Low Sodium Beef Schnitzel

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this flavorful Low Sodium Beef Schnitzel—a heart-healthy twist on the classic Austrian dish. Perfectly tenderized beef cutlets are coated in a lightly spiced flour mixture, dipped in a zesty lemon-tinged egg wash, and finished with a crispy panko-Parmesan crust infused with fresh parsley. Pan-fried to golden perfection in olive oil and unsalted butter, this schnitzel boasts a satisfying crunch with every bite, all while being mindful of your sodium intake. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy and delicious recipe is perfect for serving with a fresh squeeze of lemon and a side salad or steamed veggies. Whether you're looking for a low-sodium dinner idea or a creative beef recipe, this schnitzel is a must-try for your kitchen rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Beef cutlets
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 cups Panko bread crumbs
• 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Place each beef cutlet between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Using a meat mallet, gently pound the beef to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, ground black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

Step 3

In another shallow dish, beat the eggs with the lemon juice until well combined.

Step 4

In a third dish, combine the panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley.

Step 5

Lightly coat each beef cutlet with the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.

Step 6

Dip the floured cutlet into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.

Step 7

Press the cutlet into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even coating on both sides. Repeat with all cutlets.

Step 8

Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 9

Once the butter is melted and the oil is hot, add the breaded cutlets to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10

Transfer the cooked schnitzels to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 11

Serve the low sodium beef schnitzel with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(821.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2514.5

Total Fat 170.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 703mg	0%
Sodium 1611.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g	0%
Total Sugars 1.4g
Protein 115.1g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 591.2mg	0%
Iron 21.7mg	0%
Potassium 1574.1mg	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: 60.7%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 21.1%