Heart-Healthy Beef Stir-Fry with Vegetables and Rice

Savor the vibrant flavors of this Heart-Healthy Beef Stir-Fry with Vegetables and Rice, a wholesome dish that’s just as nutritious as it is delicious. Tender strips of lean beef sirloin are quickly stir-fried with a colorful medley of fresh broccoli, red bell pepper, carrots, and sugar snap peas, infusing the dish with crunch and a rainbow of nutrients. Marinated in low-sodium soy sauce and paired with fragrant ginger and garlic, every bite bursts with savory zest. Served over fiber-rich brown rice and topped with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this quick and easy stir-fry is perfect for busy weeknights without compromising on health or flavor. Ready in under 45 minutes and packed with heart-healthy ingredients, it’s a guilt-free crowd-pleaser that’s both satisfying and nourishing.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams lean beef sirloin
• 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 large carrot
• 1 cup sugar snap peas
• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 2 stalks green onions
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the brown rice. Rinse 1 cup of brown rice under cold water. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Stir in the rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 2

While the rice is cooking, thinly slice the lean beef sirloin into strips about 1/4 inch thick. In a small bowl, combine the beef with 1 tablespoon of low-sodium soy sauce and set aside to marinate.

Step 3

Peel and grate 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger and mince 2 cloves of garlic. Set these aside for the stir-fry base.

Step 4

Cut the broccoli into small florets, julienne the red bell pepper, and thinly slice the carrot into rounds. Trim the ends off the sugar snap peas.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef strips in a single layer and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until browned and just cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Stir in the ginger and garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the broccoli, red bell pepper, carrot, and sugar snap peas. Stir-fry the vegetables for 5-6 minutes until they are crisp-tender.

Step 8

Return the cooked beef to the skillet and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of low-sodium soy sauce. Season with 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for another 1-2 minutes until heated through.

Step 9

Toast 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds in a small dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until golden brown and fragrant. Chop the green onions finely.

Step 10

Serve the vegetable and beef stir-fry over the cooked brown rice. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1627.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1428.0

Total Fat 65.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 225mg	0%
Sodium 1905.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.8g	0%
Total Sugars 17.6g
Protein 110.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 278.7mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 1637.5mg	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: 41.4%

Protein: 31.0%

Carbs: 27.6%