Low Fat Ground Beef Wellingtons

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 1
Low Fat Ground Beef Wellingtons
in Beef

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon stock
1/2 red onion
2 garlic cloves
4 mushrooms
1/4 stalk celery
450 g extra lean ground beef
1 tablespoon parsley
1 egg
3 ounces breadcrumbs
2 sheets puff pastry
pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
480
Sugar
2g
Fat
26g
Low Fat Ground Beef Wellington is a lighter take on the classic beef wellington recipe. The dish is usually served as a luxurious dinner entrée, but this recipe makes it easier to prepare at home while keeping the calorie count in check. The extra lean ground beef is mixed with a blend of vegetables, herbs, and a dash of stock. The mixture is then wrapped in light, flaky puff pastry. The result is a delicious and impressive dish that will have your guests asking for the recipe.

Instructions

1.Mince the red onion, garlic cloves, mushrooms and celery.
2.In a pan, cook the ground beef and add the minced ingredients.
3.Add stock and parsley in the pan and cook until the beef is browned.
4.Transfer the cooked beef to a bowl and allow it to cool.
5.Beat the egg in a bowl.
6.Add breadcrumbs and beef mixture to the whisked egg.
7.Cut the puff pastry into half.
8.Place half the beef mixture on one side of the pastry.
9.Fold the pastry on top of the mixture and seal the edges.
10.Repeat step 8 and step 9 on the other half of the pastry.
11.Brush the top of both pastry packets with egg.
12.Preheat the oven at 350°F and place both the pastry packets on a baking sheet.
13.Bake for 30-45 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.

PROS

Low in fat compared to the traditional beef wellington recipe.

Looks and tastes luxurious.

Easy to prepare and serve.

CONS

May not be as tender compared to beef tenderloin.

May not have the same depth of flavor as a traditional beef wellington.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ground beef is a good source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
Choosing extra lean ground beef reduces overall fat intake and can help manage cholesterol levels.
The vegetables in this recipe, including red onion, garlic cloves, and celery, provide additional nutrients and health benefits such as boosting immunity and aiding digestion.

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