Heart-Healthy Steak with Peppercorn Sauce
Savor the rich, indulgent flavors of this Heart-Healthy Steak with Peppercorn Sauce, a nourishing twist on a classic favorite. Perfectly seared lean beef sirloin steaks are paired with a creamy, tangy peppercorn sauce made with low-sodium beef broth, green peppercorns, and non-fat Greek yogurt, creating a dish that's low in saturated fat but high in flavor. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, is seasoned simply with olive oil, fresh parsley, and a dash of salt and black pepper for a clean and satisfying taste. Ideal for those looking to enjoy a healthy steak dinner, serve it with steamed vegetables or a hearty whole-grain side for a balanced, restaurant-quality meal at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ounces per steak Lean beef sirloin steak
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Green peppercorns (in brine)
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium beef broth
- 0.25 cup Plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Take the steaks out of the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes. Pat them dry with paper towels.
Rub both sides of each steak with olive oil, then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the steaks to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium doneness (adjust cooking time to your preferred doneness). Remove steak from the pan and let it rest on a plate, tented with foil.
Lower the heat to medium. In the same pan, add the green peppercorns and a small splash of the brine. Cook for about 30 seconds, stirring to release their aroma.
Pour the low-sodium beef broth into the pan and stir to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until it reduces slightly.
Lower the heat to low and stir in the non-fat Greek yogurt. Mix well until the sauce is creamy and heated through, about 1-2 minutes. Avoid boiling the sauce as this may cause the yogurt to curdle.
Place the rested steaks on a serving plate and spoon the peppercorn sauce over each steak.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately with your choice of vegetables or a whole-grain side dish for a complete heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
387 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.4 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 1690 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 35.1 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 480 mg | 10% | |
*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.
