Simple Salisbury Steak Recipe: A Healthy, Easy-to-Make Ground Beef Dish for Busy Home Cooks
A healthy, hearty ground beef Salisbury steak with a rich sauce, ready in 90 minutes. Easy to make with minimal effort, customizable with vegetables, and perfect for busy cooks as weeknight dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 60
- Total Time: 90
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef (90/10 or 85/15)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or gluten-free alternative)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tsp minced garlic
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
1 cup ketchup
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion powder, and pepper until combined.
Divide into 4 portions and shape into 1/2-inch-thick patties.
Heat 1 Tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook patties 4–5 minutes per side until browned.
Remove patties and add remaining 1 Tbsp oil to the skillet. Simmer ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, and mustard.
Return patties to the sauce and simmer 10 minutes. Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use almond flour for gluten-free. Add sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or garlic for nutrition.
Avoid overcooking—patties finish in the sauce.
Upgrade with fresh thyme or rosemary in the patty mixture.
Serve with steamed green beans, sweet potatoes, or mashed potatoes.
Leftover sauce thins well for pizza or roasted veggies.
Store airtight in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a skillet, oven, or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg