Plant-based diets are more popular than ever, but if you’ve thought you have to give up beef to follow a plant-based diet, you may be surprised to learn this is not the case! Continuing to include and enjoy a variety of foods in a plant-based diet will ensure you’re getting vital nutrients and sticking with the diet for the longterm.
Grilled Top Round Steak with Plum Ginger Barbecue Sauce
After a soak in a tenderizing marinade of plum sauce, ginger and lemon juice, Top Round Steak is grilled, sliced and served with stir-fried veggies and rice.
Calypso Beef Soup
Travel to the Caribbean with this bold curried soup made with Ground Beef, creamy coconut milk and sweet potatoes.
Cali-Avocado Steak Salad
A simple salad with a lot of flavor. Top Sirloin Steak, orange, avocado and naan bread make this salad a tasty option for lunch or dinner in 30 minutes.
Beef Barley Soup with Spinach
Spinach adds a fresh boost to this beefy soup that's just as classic as it is chock-full of flavor.
Grilled Beef Tri-Tip Salad with Balsamic Dressing
Craving a hearty salad? Beef Tri-Tip Roast is marinated in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette and cooked on the grill. Paired with greens and other colorful vegetables for the perfect plate.
Gazpacho Steak Salad
Add some global flavors to a steak salad. Spicy vegetable juice, tomatoes, and peppers make for the perfect Spanish-style dressing to serve over greens.
Since following a plant-based diet allows the freedom for all types of food groups, it makes it a more realistic and sustainable eating pattern for most. Eating a plant-based diet that includes beef and other animal products allows for flexibility, which can decrease a lot of the stress around eating. Enjoy the health benefits of a balanced plate while continuing to include healthy foods you already know and love.
Aim to make half of your plate fiber-rich, non-starchy vegetables. Try to include two to three different colored vegetables to make a colorful plate that includes a variety of nutrients.
Include whole grains like brown rice, whole-grain bread, oatmeal, couscous, quinoa, or farro.
Focus on including monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fat sources like avocados, olive oil, nuts, and seeds.
Aim for 2 to 3 servings of fruit a day. Beef pairs well with a variety of fruits like apricots, peaches, pineapple, plums and prunes.