Grilled Lamb Tenderloin Steaks
Grilled Lamb Tenderloin Steaks are a premium cut of lamb, prized for its tenderness and rich, slightly gamey flavor. The dish typically involves marinating the steaks with herbs like rosemary and garlic, then quickly grilling to a perfect medium-rare. It is a popular dish in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Central Asian cuisines.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is very high in protein and contains a moderate amount of healthy fats, with virtually no carbohydrates. It is an excellent source of iron, zinc, and B vitamins, particularly B12. A typical serving contains roughly 250-300 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 270 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 75 mg |
| Iron | 3.0 mg |
| Zinc | 5.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.8 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Potassium | 400 mg |
| Selenium | 30 mcg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
Per 1 steak (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Lamb tenderloin is one of the most tender and lean cuts of the animal, often called the 'lamb loin' or 'backstrap.' Nutritionally, lamb is one of the richest food sources of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), a type of fat associated with various health benefits.
