Heart-Healthy Classic French Dip Sandwich

Sink your teeth into this Heart-Healthy Classic French Dip Sandwich, a guilt-free twist on the beloved bistro favorite. Made with lean beef sirloin and simmered in a savory low-sodium broth infused with Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and thyme, this recipe brings bold flavor without compromising your health goals. Whole-grain baguettes act as the wholesome base, layered with tender slices of beef, caramelized onions, peppery baby arugula, and melty low-fat Swiss cheese. Perfectly toasted and served with a side of warm, rich au jus for dipping, this sandwich strikes the perfect balance between indulgent and nutritious. Ready in under an hour and packed with hearty, heart-smart ingredients, it’s the ultimate comfort food makeover your family will adore.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean beef sirloin
• 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 loaves whole-grain baguettes
• 2 cups baby arugula
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 slices low-fat Swiss cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Slice the medium yellow onion thinly.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté until golden brown and caramelized, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, combine 4 cups low-sodium beef broth, 2 tablespoons low-sodium Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, and 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 5

While the broth is simmering, season the 1 pound of lean beef sirloin with a pinch more pepper if desired. Sear in a preheated skillet over medium-high heat until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes total.

Step 6

Transfer the beef to a baking dish and pour half of the broth mixture over it. Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the beef is cooked through (recommended internal temperature of 145°F for medium-rare).

Step 7

While the beef is baking, slice the whole-grain baguettes in half lengthwise. Optional: Toast the baguette halves in the oven during the last 5 minutes of the beef cooking time.

Step 8

Remove the beef from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Thinly slice the beef against the grain.

Step 9

Assemble the sandwiches by layering each whole-grain baguette bottom with arugula, slices of beef, caramelized onions, and a slice of low-fat Swiss cheese. Top with the other half of the baguette.

Step 10

Serve the sandwiches with the remaining warm au jus on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2337.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2914.9

Total Fat 87.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 360.2mg	0%
Sodium 4190.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 329.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.9g
Protein 219.7g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1133.4mg	0%
Iron 30.2mg	0%
Potassium 3104.8mg	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: 26.4%

Protein: 29.5%

Carbs: 44.2%