Beef, sirloin steak, grilled medium-rare, lean

Beef sirloin steak is a cut of red meat. The figures here describe the lean meat, grilled medium-rare. It mainly provides protein and fat, with 27g of protein and 7.7g of fat per 100g, including 3.4g of saturated fat. It also provides vitamins and minerals, including 2µg of vitamin B12 per 100g.

Protein is needed for the growth and repair of body tissues. Vitamin B12 supports normal nerve function and the formation of red blood cells. The saturated fat content is worth noting for people monitoring their intake, even though these figures describe lean meat. Added butter, oil or salt can change the nutritional content of the meal. Full nutrient figures are in the tables below.