Low Fat Beef Banh Mi

Transform your sandwich game with this delicious and guilt-free **Low Fat Beef Banh Mi**! This lightened-up version of the classic Vietnamese favorite swaps in lean ground beef and a tangy, non-fat Greek yogurt spread for a healthier twist without skimping on bold flavors. Packed with vibrant, fresh ingredients like julienned carrots, crunchy cucumbers, aromatic cilantro, and a hint of red chili for optional heat, this recipe offers the perfect balance of textures and flavors. The whole-grain baguette adds a hearty base, while the quick, savory beef patties deliver satisfying protein in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy and nutritious sandwich is ideal for busy weeknights or a fun meal to impress guests. Perfect for anyone looking for a low-fat, high-flavor dish that doesn’t compromise on taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French baguette, preferably whole-grain
• 300 grams Low-fat ground beef
• 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Carrot, julienned
• 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 small Red chili, sliced (optional)
• 0.25 cup Non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the grill or a grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine the ground beef, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until the ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 3

Form the beef mixture into small patties or oval shapes about the size to fit your baguette sections.

Step 4

Place the patties on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until fully cooked through.

Step 5

While the beef is cooking, in a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with rice vinegar, sugar, and a pinch of salt. This will be your spread for the sandwich.

Step 6

Slice the baguette into four equal parts and cut each segment horizontally, being careful not to slice all the way through.

Step 7

Spread some of the yogurt mixture onto the cut sides of the baguette.

Step 8

Layer each baguette with beef patties, carrot, cucumber, cilantro, green onions, and optional red chili slices.

Step 9

Serve immediately while the beef is hot and the vegetables are crisp.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1219.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1566.4

Total Fat 50.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 241.7mg	0%
Sodium 3758.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 21.2g
Protein 115.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 323.7mg	0%
Iron 18.3mg	0%
Potassium 2478.6mg	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: 29.3%

Protein: 29.7%

Carbs: 41.0%