Mediterranean Diet Marinated Beef

Elevate your dinner table with this flavorful Mediterranean Diet Marinated Beef recipe, a healthy and delicious homage to Mediterranean cuisine. Tender strips of beef sirloin are infused with a zesty marinade of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and rosemary, creating a savory symphony of bright, herbaceous flavors. Grilled to perfection alongside caramelized red onions and sweet cherry tomatoes, this dish strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and sophistication. Ready in just 35 minutes (plus marinating time), this protein-packed meal fits seamlessly into a Mediterranean diet while delivering a restaurant-quality experience at home. Serve it as a standalone dish or pair it with warm pita bread, quinoa, or a crisp salad for a complete meal that’s as nourishing as it is indulgent.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Beef sirloin
• 60 ml Olive oil
• 30 ml Lemon juice
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 medium Red onion
• 200 grams Cherry tomatoes

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the marinade: in a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, chopped rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to mix all the ingredients.

Step 2

Slice the beef sirloin into thin strips, about 1/2 inch thick. Add the beef strips to the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

Step 3

While the beef is marinating, slice the red onion into thin rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes. Set aside.

Step 4

Once the beef has marinated, remove it from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before cooking.

Step 5

Heat a large grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated beef strips in a single layer. Grill each side for about 2-3 minutes until cooked to your preference and slightly charred.

Step 6

Remove the beef from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes. Meanwhile, using the same pan, grill the red onion slices and cherry tomatoes until they are slightly softened and have grill marks.

Step 7

Serve the grilled beef with the grilled vegetables on a plate. Drizzle any remaining marinade over the top for extra flavor.

Step 8

Garnish with additional rosemary sprigs if desired, and enjoy your Mediterranean-inspired marinated beef.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(939.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1850.8

Total Fat 132.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 447.1mg	0%
Sodium 2693.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.1g	0%
Total Sugars 11.5g
Protein 137.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 224.1mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 2652.7mg	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: 64.2%

Protein: 29.7%

Carbs: 6.1%