Low Carb Beef Recipes

Beef is a versatile source of quality protein, able to be enjoyed in many different forms. Whether minced, diced or filleted, it’s deliciously rich in flavour and nutrients, containing around 22g of protein per 100g of beef. As it’s also ultra-low in carbohydrates, it’s a great ingredient to include in any low carb diet. So, for our top low carb beef recipes, keep on reading.

Is beef good for you?

Like all meat, beef is a ‘complete protein’, meaning that it has all nine essential amino acids we need for the growth and maintenance of our bodies. It is also high in other beneficial nutrients, including: 

• Vitamin B12: An essential nutrient found in meat and dairy that is important for nerve function, brain health and cell metabolism. 
• Zinc: A mineral that helps with cell growth, immune function and wound healing.
• Selenium: A mineral that is key for thyroid and reproductive functions, as well as DNA production.
• Vitamin B6: A vitamin that helps maintain nerve function and helps the body store energy and make antibodies.
• Iron:An essential mineral that helps makes red blood cells, which carry oxygen around the body.

All of our favourite low carb beef recipes below are rich in these nutrients, so give them a go to reap the benefits yourself.

Can you eat beef on a low carb diet?

There are many benefits of following a low carb diet, like reducing your risk of type 2 diabetes, and it’s even shown to be more effective for weight loss than a low fat diet. This is because eating a minimal amount of carbs switches your body from burning carbohydrates for fuel, to burning fat instead. 

If you decide to follow a ketogenic diet, or simply lower your carb intake, then eating beef is a great way to nourish yourself. Beef contains almost 0g of carbohydrates, regardless of the cut you have. 

What other foods can you eat on a low carb diet?

On a low carb diet, it’s important to eat a variety of foods with a focus on other nutrients, rather than carbohydrates, as fuel.

• Healthy fats: When your body switches from burning carbs, it focuses instead on burning fat, so it’s vital to fuel yourself with foods like Greek yogurt, avocados, nuts and extra virgin olive oil. These are all great sources of low carb, healthy fats which will help to keep you fuller for longer.
• Fibre: Fibre is essential regardless of the diet you follow. Your daily fibre goal should be 30g to ensure you reap the full benefits it has to offer, including keeping your gut and digestion healthy. Low carb, fibrous foods include broccoli, seeds, almonds, and Brussels sprouts. 
• Protein: Whether you’re following a low carb diet or not, we recommend you consume 60g of protein per day. This keeps you energised, satiated and helps with muscle maintenance and repair. High protein foods to enjoy as part of a low carb diet include fish, eggs, chicken, tofu, and beef, which leads us into our favourite low carb beef recipes!

Our top low carb beef recipes

High Protein Beef Bourguignon

This Beef Bourguignon is the ultimate low carb beef recipe, sure to satisfy yourself and the whole family. It provides over half your daily recommended protein in just one serving, all in under 500 calories and containing just 10g of carbs, making it ideal to support weight loss. Whether you enjoy this hearty slow-cooked beef straight away or batch-cook it for later on, it’s certainly worth the wait. 

Beef stir fry

Ready in a flash, this low carb beef recipe is packed with flavour and nutrients. With over 40g of protein per 307 calorie serving, this light dish makes a tasty lunch or dinner, and is sure to keep you full until your next meal. Feel free to add in whatever non-starchy veggies you have in the fridge, or pair it with a portion of steamed brown rice on non-fasting days. For more tasty stir fry recipes, head to The Fast 800 Programme. 

Asian Beef Salad

It takes just 6 minutes to cook this vibrantly flavoursome beef laid on a bed of crunchy salad. It’s a fresh dish that’s perfect for when you need a pick-me-up; the salad’s veggies, like radishes and spring onions, are full of phytonutrients and antioxidants to help reduce inflammation and boost your immunity. This low carb beef recipe contains less than 7g of carbohydrates, but packs in almost half your daily protein so this is one salad that is certain to keep you full and energised. 

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