Low Fat Bifteki

Savor the flavors of Greece with this healthy and delicious Low Fat Bifteki recipe, a lightened-up twist on a classic Mediterranean favorite. Made with extra lean ground beef, fresh parsley, and aromatic spices like cumin and oregano, this dish is packed with authentic flavor while being low in fat. The addition of whole wheat breadcrumbs and a touch of lemon zest elevates the texture and adds a zingy burst of freshness to every bite. Grilled to perfection and served with creamy low-fat Greek yogurt and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, these juicy patties are a hearty yet wholesome option for grilling season or a quick weeknight dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes and perfect for meal prep or a casual family meal, this protein-packed recipe will quickly become a go-to for health-conscious foodies.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g extra lean ground beef
• 1 red onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 50 g whole wheat breadcrumbs
• 1 egg white
• 15 g fresh parsley
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp fresh lemon zest
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 100 g low-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 as needed olive oil spray
• 1 lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and garlic, and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg white, finely chopped parsley, oregano, cumin, and lemon zest.

Step 4

Season the mixture with salt and pepper and mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Step 5

Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a flat oval patty about 1 cm thick.

Step 6

Lightly spray the patties with olive oil spray to prevent sticking and place them on the preheated grill.

Step 7

Cook the patties for about 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked or gently browned with grill marks.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the patties from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes.

Step 9

Serve the bifteki immediately with a dollop of low-fat Greek yogurt on the side and lemon wedges for squeezing over.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(884.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1283.4

Total Fat 46.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 392mg	0%
Sodium 3176.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 141.6g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 321.9mg	0%
Iron 19.0mg	0%
Potassium 2364.1mg	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: 33.3%

Protein: 45.2%

Carbs: 21.5%