Swiss Steak from So Fat Low Fat No Fat Cookbook

Discover the wholesome comfort of Swiss Steak, a hearty yet health-conscious dish from the *So Fat Low Fat No Fat Cookbook*. Featuring tender lean round steak slow-simmered in a rich blend of tomatoes, aromatic vegetables, and savory spices like paprika and thyme, this recipe offers big flavors with a light touch. A quick sear locks in the steak's juices, while the long, gentle braise ensures melt-in-your-mouth tenderness—all without excess fat. Perfect for weeknight family dinners or cozy weekend meals, this one-pan dish pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, rice, or whole-grain sides. Ready in just over 90 minutes, it’s a flavorful, low-fat twist on a classic comfort food that everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean round steak
• 2 tablespoons whole-wheat flour
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a heavy skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Trim any visible fat from the round steak and cut it into 4 equal pieces.

Step 3

In a shallow bowl, mix the flour, black pepper, and salt. Dredge each piece of steak in the flour mixture, coating it evenly.

Step 4

Add the olive oil to the skillet and heat until shimmering. Add the meat and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and paprika. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Return the steak to the skillet, submerging the pieces in the tomato mixture.

Step 8

Cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer gently for 75-90 minutes, or until the meat is tender and easily cut with a fork.

Step 9

Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or your choice of sides. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1450.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1249.7

Total Fat 50.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 348.4mg	0%
Sodium 2185.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 23.4g
Protein 151.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 234.9mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 3254.4mg	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: 36.0%

Protein: 47.9%

Carbs: 16.1%