Low Fat BBQ Brisket

Savor the rich, smoky flavors of this Low Fat BBQ Brisket—a guilt-free twist on a classic comfort food favorite. Made with lean beef brisket trimmed of excess fat, a savory dry rub of paprika, garlic, and onion powder, and a tangy low-sugar barbecue sauce infused with apple cider vinegar and liquid smoke, this slow-cooked masterpiece is as flavorful as it is healthy. After gently roasting to fork-tender perfection, the brisket is sliced and drizzled with its own robust cooking juices for an extra burst of taste. With only 15 minutes of prep and a melt-in-your-mouth texture that's worth the wait, this low-fat barbecue brisket is perfect for health-conscious foodies seeking a high-protein, satisfying dish. Serve it alongside steamed veggies or a crisp salad for a complete, nutritious meal everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:315 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds beef brisket, trimmed of fat
• 1 cup low sodium beef broth
• 1 cup low sugar BBQ sauce
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 1 tablespoon blackstrap molasses

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to create the dry rub.

Step 3

Place the brisket on a clean surface and rub the spice mixture all over the meat, ensuring it's well coated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, combine the low sodium beef broth, low sugar BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and liquid smoke.

Step 5

Place the coated brisket in a roasting pan and pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the meat.

Step 6

Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.

Step 7

Cook for 4 to 5 hours, or until the brisket is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the brisket from the oven, and let it rest for about 15 minutes.

Step 9

Slice the brisket thinly against the grain and serve with a spoonful of the cooking liquid drizzled on top for extra flavor.

Step 10

Pair with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete, low-fat meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(569.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	298.9

Total Fat 2.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4904.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 19.6g
Protein 6.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 296.0mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 1211.0mg	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: 7.0%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 84.9%