Heart-Healthy Beef Plank Pinwheels

Elevate your dinner table with these **Heart-Healthy Beef Plank Pinwheels**, a visually stunning and nutrient-packed dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe features tender, lean beef flank steak rolled with a vibrant medley of sautéed spinach, sweet red bell pepper, and crunchy carrot, seasoned to perfection with garlic, fresh basil, and a touch of zesty lemon. The beef is skillfully butterflied and rolled into elegant pinwheels, then seared to golden-brown perfection before being oven-finished for a juicy and flavorful result. Packed with wholesome ingredients and designed with heart health in mind, this dish offers a high-protein, low-fat option without skimping on taste. Ready in under an hour and serving four, it’s a brilliant choice for a healthy family dinner or an eye-catching addition to your next gathering. Pair these pinwheels with a crisp green salad or steamed veggies for a balanced, satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Lean beef flank steak
• 2 cups Spinach leaves (fresh)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Carrot
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the filling. Rinse the fresh spinach leaves thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

Wash the red bell pepper, deseed it, and slice it into thin strips. Peel the carrot and julienne it finely.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves and set them aside.

Step 4

In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Add the spinach, red bell pepper strips, and julienned carrot to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.

Step 6

Carefully butterfly the lean beef flank steak by slicing it horizontally without cutting all the way through, then open it up like a book.

Step 7

Season both sides of the beef with salt and black pepper.

Step 8

Spread the cooked vegetable mixture evenly over the flattened beef, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 9

Scatter the fresh basil leaves and lemon zest over the vegetable layer.

Step 10

Carefully roll the beef tightly, starting from the long side, creating a pinwheel shape. Use kitchen twine to tie the roll in three or four places so it holds its shape.

Step 11

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 12

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef roll until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 13

Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the beef reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare or 145°F (63°C) for medium.

Step 14

Remove the pinwheel from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 15

Slice the pinwheel into serving-sized portions and serve with a side of your choice, such as a fresh salad or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(717.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1204.2

Total Fat 69.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 317.5mg	0%
Sodium 1516.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 16.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.1g	0%
Total Sugars 6.5g
Protein 130.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 113.0mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 2167.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.6%

Protein: 43.0%

Carbs: 5.4%