Heart-Healthy Stir-Fried Beef with Green Peppers

Savor the vibrant flavors of this **Heart-Healthy Stir-Fried Beef with Green Peppers**, a quick and nutritious meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe highlights lean beef strips, marinated in a tangy-sweet combination of low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey, then stir-fried to perfection with crisp green bell peppers, aromatic garlic, and fresh ginger. A light cornstarch-thickened sauce coats every bite, while sesame and olive oil add the perfect touch of richness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is low in sodium and packed with protein and colorful vegetables, making it both wholesome and satisfying. Serve it over brown rice or quinoa for a complete and heart-friendly meal that’s sure to impress. Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds for a restaurant-worthy finish!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Lean beef (such as sirloin, trimmed of visible fat)
• 2 large Green bell peppers, sliced into thin strips
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, minced
• 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil, for cooking
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil or avocado oil
• 2 stalks Scallions, thinly sliced (optional, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the lean beef into thin strips about 2 inches long and 1/4 inch thick. Place in a small bowl.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, mix together the low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, cornstarch, and water to create a marinade. Pour half of the marinade over the beef and reserve the other half. Let the beef marinate for 15 minutes in the refrigerator.

Step 3

While the beef marinates, slice the green bell peppers into thin strips, mince the garlic, and mince the ginger. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of sesame oil and 1 teaspoon of olive oil or avocado oil to the pan.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, add the marinated beef in a single layer. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the beef is just browned. Remove the beef from the pan and set it aside.

Step 6

In the same pan, add the minced garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the sliced green bell peppers to the pan. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, or until the peppers are tender but still crisp.

Step 8

Return the cooked beef to the pan and pour in the reserved marinade. Stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with scallions and sesame seeds (if desired).

Step 10

Serve hot over brown rice, quinoa, or a bed of leafy greens for a heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(549.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	715.2

Total Fat 34.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 225mg	0%
Sodium 1690.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 8.7g
Protein 86.4g	0%

Vitamin D 21IU	0%
Calcium 99.0mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 1210.5mg	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: 42.4%

Protein: 46.6%

Carbs: 11.0%