Grilled Elk Steaks
Grilled elk steaks are a lean, flavorful game meat dish popular in North America, particularly in the Rocky Mountain region. The steaks are typically marinated and cooked over high heat to preserve their tenderness, with common ingredients including herbs like rosemary, garlic, and a touch of oil or butter.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Elk meat is exceptionally high in protein and very low in fat, making it a nutrient-dense choice. A typical serving provides a rich source of iron, zinc, and B vitamins, with a rough calorie ballpark of 130-150 kcal per 100 grams.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 46 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 75 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Zinc | 8.2 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 10.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 6.0 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 450 mg |
| Potassium | 580 mg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.5 mg |
Per 1 steak (170 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, elk is a traditional food for many Indigenous communities and modern hunters, representing a connection to sustainable, wild-harvested nutrition. Nutritionally, it's unique for having a protein-to-fat ratio that rivals skinless chicken breast, but with significantly more iron.
