Steak Recipes Under 250 Calories

Calorie-for-calorie, beef is one of the most nutrient-rich foods because it contains high concentrations of many essential nutrients. Prepare the ingredients ahead and then when it's time to eat, assemble and cook the dish either under the broiler or on the grill for a simple meal that's ready in minutes.

Recipe: Cola- Marinated Flank Steak

Beef is an excellent source of protein, vitamin B12, and zinc. Flank steak is particularly lean and cooks quickly (typically in less than 20 minutes). The chermoula sauce in the recipe gets an extra kick from the ground red pepper and complements the savory beef, packing in extra flavor without loading on the calories.

Recipe: Pan-Grilled Flank Steak with Chermoula

Filet mignon is an extra thick cut from the tenderloin area that is extremely lean and often the most tender cut available, making it one of the most popular and certainly one of the most tasty choices in steaks. When cooking with such good cuts of meat, select sauces wisely; marring the flavor of an excellent piece of meat is a sure way to guarantee a meat-lover's wrath.

Recipe: Filet Mignon with Sweet Bourbon-Coffee Sauce

Get the entire family in the kitchen and make kebabs for a fun, kid-friendly supper. In addition to the peaches and peppers used in this dish, pack on other veggies such as tomatoes, mushrooms and zucchini for extra flavor and nutrients. If using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them before grilling to prevent burning.

Recipe: Grilled Sirloin Skewers with Peaches and Peppers

Beef is an excellent source of iron. It helps transport oxygen to cells and tissues, assists in making new red blood cells, aids in brain development, and supports the immune system. Add a light, calorie-friendly rub of lemon and orange rinds, salt, garlic, and red pepper to bring out the natural flavor of the steak.

Recipe: Citrus-Rubbed Skirt Steak

Shitake mushrooms extend the meaty flavors of this dish giving each bite the ultimate flavor. Serve with braised baby bok choy and steamed brown rice for added fiber.

Recipe: Flank Steak with Shiitake Mushroom Sauce

Steak is packed with the important mineral zinc. Zinc plays a vital role in mental and physical development, wound healing, and appetite control. In addition to containing zinc, beef increases the absorption of zinc from other foods when eaten at the same meal. Cut flank steak across the grain to break up muscle fibers for more tender slices.

Recipe: Thai Steak Salad

The protein in beef helps strengthen your body. Research shows that protein plays a large role in maintaining healthy weight and building muscle. Serve this filet mignon alongside steamed green beans or spinach for extra vitamins and nutrients.

Recipe: Filet Mignon with Fresh Herb and Garlic Rub