Diet Friendly French Dip Sandwich
Satisfy your cravings without derailing your diet with this Diet Friendly French Dip Sandwich! This lighter take on a classic features tender slices of lean roast beef nestled in toasted whole-grain rolls, paired with a flavorful, low-sodium au jus made with caramelized onions, garlic, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce and thyme. Ready in just 35 minutes, this wholesome recipe is perfect for a quick, cozy meal that doesn’t skimp on comfort or taste. Serve with a steaming bowl of the rich, savory dipping broth for an indulgent touch that’s still health-conscious. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal preps, this guilt-free sandwich will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Lean roast beef (thinly sliced)
- 4 pieces Whole-grain sandwich rolls
- 2 cups Low-sodium beef broth
- 1 medium Onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- Salt (optional, to taste)
Instructions
Preheat a medium saucepan over medium heat and add olive oil.
Add the sliced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes.
Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Stir in the low-sodium beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and ground black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce heat to low and allow the broth to cook for 10-12 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
While the broth simmers, slice the whole-grain sandwich rolls and lightly toast them under a broiler or in a toaster.
Warm the thinly sliced roast beef by placing it in the hot au jus broth for 1-2 minutes, just until heated through.
Using tongs, layer the warmed roast beef onto the toasted rolls and close the sandwiches.
Strain the au jus broth to remove the cooked onions and garlic, if desired, or serve as-is.
Serve the French Dip Sandwiches warm with a small bowl of the au jus broth on the side for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1307 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.3 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 3296 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.9 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.4 g | ||
| Protein | 82.3 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 299 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1522 mg | 32% | |
*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.
