Low Fat Steak with Chimichurri Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this delectable Low Fat Steak with Chimichurri Sauce, a protein-packed dish that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Featuring tender, perfectly seasoned lean sirloin steak, seared to perfection in just minutes, this recipe is a deliciously healthy option for steak lovers. The star of the show is the vibrant homemade chimichurri sauce—a fresh and tangy blend of parsley, cilantro, garlic, red wine vinegar, and a touch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. With minimal prep time and a light olive oil spray to keep things low-fat, this dish is as quick and easy as it is nutritious. Serve it up with your favorite veggies or a crisp side salad to create a satisfying, guilt-free meal that’s perfect for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (6 oz each) Lean sirloin steak
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 spray (for greasing) Olive oil spray
• 1 cup (finely chopped) Fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup (finely chopped) Fresh cilantro
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Take the lean sirloin steaks out of the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.

Step 2

Pat the steaks dry with paper towels, then season them on both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 3

Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly grease the pan with a spray of olive oil.

Step 4

Once the pan is hot, place the steaks on the grill. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or adjust the cooking time based on your preferred doneness.

Step 5

Remove the steaks from the pan and let them rest for 5 minutes to retain their juices.

Step 6

To prepare the chimichurri sauce, combine the finely chopped parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Mix until well incorporated.

Step 7

Taste the chimichurri sauce and adjust seasoning, if needed, by adding a pinch of salt or an extra squeeze of lemon juice.

Step 8

Slice the rested steaks against the grain into thin strips.

Step 9

Serve the steak slices topped with a generous drizzle of chimichurri sauce. Pair with your favorite side, like a fresh salad or grilled vegetables, for a complete low-fat meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(202.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	346.4

Total Fat 27.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 42.5mg	0%
Sodium 1254.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g	0%
Total Sugars 1.1g
Protein 17.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 109.7mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 796.3mg	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: 71.0%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 8.7%