Protein Packed Beef Steak with Lime Rice

Writer and expert8 years ago

Oh steak, where would we be without you? Despite the on, off health risk claims on red meat, eaten in moderation steak is packed full of protein, iron and vitamin B12 – all of which are essential for growth and brain development.

Beef Steak with Lime Rice Recipe

This impressive, flavourful meal doesn't take as long as you think since the steak cooks while the rice does its thing.

The fresh lime gives this meal a real zing.

Ingredients

400g beef fillet
150g konjac rice
80g broccoli
60g cauliflower
1 carrot
1 tbsp parsley
1 tbsp basil, dried
1 tbsp lime juice and grated zest
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp thyme

Method

Prepare beef steak by rubbing with olive oil and herbs
In a non-stick pan (high heat) fry the steak until cooked to your preference
Prepare konjac rice, as per packet instructions
In a steamer, cook cauliflower, carrot and broccoli
Serve beef steak with konjac rice and vegetables

Nutritionals

279 kcal, 2.7g Sugar, 9.6g Fat, 2.3g Saturates, 0.23g Salt

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