Heart-Healthy BBQ Beef Ribs
Indulge in smoky, tender BBQ perfection with these Heart-Healthy BBQ Beef Ribs, designed to deliver bold flavor without compromising wellness. This recipe uses lean beef back ribs paired with a flavorful marinade made from low-sodium soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and cumin for a guilt-free barbecue experience. Slow-baked until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender, these ribs are finished with a caramelized glaze, offering the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky notes. With minimal added salt and heart-friendly ingredients like olive oil and no-salt-added broth, these ribs are a wholesome standout for a healthier take on classic BBQ. Serve them with a vibrant side of steamed vegetables or a crisp salad for the ultimate nutritious feast. Perfect for family gatherings or meal prepping, this recipe proves that eating clean doesn’t mean sacrificing indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Beef back ribs
- 0.25 cup Low-sodium soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 cup Tomato paste
- 0.5 cup No-salt-added chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Pat the beef ribs dry with paper towels and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, black pepper, olive oil, tomato paste, and chicken broth. Whisk all ingredients together until well incorporated.
If using liquid smoke, add it to the mixture and stir to combine.
Place the ribs in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour about half of the marinade over the ribs, reserving the rest for basting. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and marinate the ribs in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
Remove the ribs from the marinade and place them on a large baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Cover the ribs tightly with another piece of foil.
Bake the ribs in the preheated oven for about 2.5 hours, until the meat is tender and just starting to pull away from the bone.
Remove the ribs from the oven. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).
Uncover the ribs and brush them with some of the reserved marinade. Return the ribs to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the edges are slightly charred and caramelized.
Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before cutting into individual ribs to serve.
Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy BBQ beef ribs with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3227 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 230.2 g | 295% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.7 g | 454% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 762 mg | 254% | |
| Sodium | 2829 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.8 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.6 g | ||
| Protein | 197.3 g | 395% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 263 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 37.7 mg | 209% | |
| Potassium | 4874 mg | 104% | |
*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.
