Bifteki

Bifteki is a Greek-style grilled meat patty, bursting with flavor from herbs and spices, making it a fantastic low-carb lunch option. This dish is served with a refreshing cucumber and tomato salad, providing a perfect balance to the hearty beef.

Ingredients

• Ground beef (80% lean) - 300 grams
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (for grilling)
• Cucumber - 1 small, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Extra virgin olive oil - 1 tablespoon (for salad)
• Salt and pepper - to taste (for salad)

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped red onion, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, black pepper, and crumbled feta cheese. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about 1.5 cm thick.
3. Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, place the patties on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 70°C (160°F) and are nicely browned.
4. While the patties are cooking, prepare the salad. In a bowl, combine the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine.
5. Serve the bifteki hot alongside the cucumber and tomato salad. Enjoy your low-carb Greek lunch!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 33 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and feta cheese, promoting heart health.

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