Heart-Healthy Classic Cheesesteak Sandwich

Satisfy your cheesesteak cravings without straying from your health goals with this Heart-Healthy Classic Cheesesteak Sandwich recipe! Crafted with lean beef sirloin, vibrant sautéed bell peppers, and sweet onions, this version transforms the traditional indulgence into a wholesome delight. Nestled in whole grain hoagie rolls and topped with melted reduced-fat provolone cheese, this sandwich delivers all the savory satisfaction you love, but with a heart-friendly twist. Seasoned with garlic powder and black pepper, then cooked to perfection in extra virgin olive oil, it’s a flavorful and nutritious meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, it’s a guilt-free way to enjoy a classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Lean beef sirloin
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 4 pieces Whole grain hoagie rolls
• 4 slices Reduced-fat provolone cheese
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Begin by placing the lean beef sirloin in the freezer for 20 minutes; this will make it easier to slice thinly later.

Step 2

Thinly slice the red and green bell peppers and the yellow onion.

Step 3

Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil.

Step 4

Add the sliced onions and peppers to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften and develop some color. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Retrieve the beef from the freezer and thinly slice it across the grain into strips.

Step 6

In the same skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef strips and season them with garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring regularly, until the beef is just cooked through.

Step 7

Return the sautéed onions and peppers to the skillet with the beef. Toss everything together for another 2 minutes.

Step 8

Slice the whole grain hoagie rolls lengthwise and place one slice of reduced-fat provolone cheese into each.

Step 9

Evenly distribute the beef and vegetable mixture among the hoagie rolls, on top of the cheese.

Step 10

If desired, wrap each hoagie roll in aluminum foil and place them in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy classic cheesesteak sandwiches!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1220.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2271.0

Total Fat 90.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 315.1mg	0%
Sodium 3192.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.9g	0%
Total Sugars 33.2g
Protein 160.4g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1059.0mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 2402.2mg	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: 35.7%

Protein: 28.0%

Carbs: 36.4%