Beef, round, knuckle, tip center, steak, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, choice, raw
Whole food · Beef Products
This is a lean, tender cut from the beef round, specifically the tip center. It boasts a fine, uniform grain and a mild, beefy flavor that becomes exceptionally tender when sliced against the grain. Nutritionally, it's a powerhouse of high-quality protein with virtually no carbohydrates and a modest amount of fat.
Calorie split: 57% protein · 0% carbs · 43% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its lean, clean beef flavor and reliable tenderness when prepared correctly. It's a go-to for healthy, high-protein meals that don't sacrifice the satisfying experience of a steak dinner.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
As a very lean cut, it can become tough and dry if overcooked, as it lacks the marbling that bastes the meat from within. To counteract this, avoid cooking past medium doneness, use a meat thermometer, and consider marinating or using a quick, high-heat method like searing or stir-frying.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of complete, high-quality protein
- Very low in carbohydrates and sugars
- Good source of iron and B vitamins, especially B12
- Lean cut with minimal saturated fat compared to other steaks
- Versatile for both quick-cooking and slow-braising methods
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'tip' in its name refers to its tapered, triangular shape, which comes from the very end of the round primal cut.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 72.0 g |
| Energy | 150 kcal |
| Energy | 629 kj |
| Protein | 20.7 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 6.8 g |
| Ash | 0.96 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.00 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 5.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.9 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 24.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 214 mg |
| Potassium, K | 365 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 54.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 5.2 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.08 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 30.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.07 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.18 mg |
| Niacin | 4.9 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.71 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.53 mg |
| Folate, total | 11.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 11.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 11.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 81.3 mg |
| Betaine | 16.6 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 4.0 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.21 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.01 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.03 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.01 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.01 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (Menaquinone-4) | 1.5 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 2.3 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.16 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.4 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.65 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.02 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.5 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.04 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.18 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.3 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 2.1 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.32 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.26 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 0.21 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.05 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.21 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.16 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.16 g |
| TFA 18:2 t,t | 0.05 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.05 g |
| Cholesterol | 58.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.14 g |
| Threonine | 0.83 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.94 g |
| Leucine | 1.6 g |
| Lysine | 1.8 g |
| Methionine | 0.54 g |
| Cystine | 0.27 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.82 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.66 g |
| Valine | 1.0 g |
| Arginine | 1.3 g |
| Histidine | 0.66 g |
| Alanine | 1.3 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.9 g |
| Glutamic acid | 3.1 g |
| Glycine | 1.3 g |
| Proline | 0.99 g |
| Serine | 0.82 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.10 g |
FAQ
What's the best way to cook beef tip steak to keep it tender?
For quick cooking, use high-heat methods like stir-frying, searing, or grilling, and cook only to medium doneness. For tougher pieces, slow cooking in a braise or stew will break down the connective tissue beautifully.
Is this a good cut for a low-carb or keto diet?
Absolutely. It's extremely high in protein and virtually carb-free, making it an ideal choice for low-carb, keto, and paleo diets.
How does it differ from sirloin or tenderloin?
It's leaner than sirloin and less tender than filet mignon (tenderloin). It offers a middle ground of good flavor, leanness, and value, with tenderness achievable through proper cooking.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 1.50 kcal/g · 55% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.15 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.