Okay, so I’ve been trying to eat healthier lately, and I kept hearing about “tri tip” as a good option. I was like, “What the heck is tri tip?” I seriously had no clue. I did a bit of searching and found out it’s a cut of beef. So, I decided to give it a shot and see if this “tri tip” thing is actually any good for me. My journey went like this:
Figuring Out What Tri Tip Is
First things first, I had to figure out what I was even dealing with. Turns out, tri tip is this triangular-shaped cut of beef from the bottom sirloin. I saw some pictures online, and it looked pretty lean, which was a good start.
Checking the Nutrition Facts
Next, I dug into the nutrition info. I wanted to know the numbers – calories, fat, protein, all that jazz. I found out that a 3-ounce serving of cooked tri tip has around:
- Calories: Somewhere between 150-200 (not bad!)
- Fat: About 7-10 grams, with only a few grams of saturated fat (that’s the “bad” kind, so this was good news).
- Protein: A whopping 20-25 grams! (That’s awesome for building muscle and feeling full).
Cooking the Tri Tip
Okay, so the nutrition looked promising. Now, time to cook it! I’m no chef, but I found a simple recipe online. I basically just seasoned it with some salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and then grilled it. You can also bake it or cook it in a pan. I made sure to use a meat thermometer to get it to medium-rare, which is about 135°F. I didn’t want to overcook it and make it tough.
Eating and Deciding
I sliced up the tri tip and served it with some roasted veggies – broccoli and sweet potatoes. Gotta get those nutrients in! And you know what? It was actually pretty delicious! It was tender and had good flavor, especially with the simple seasoning.
The verdict? Tri tip seems like a pretty healthy option, especially if you are looking for lean protein. The cut itself can be lean, and it’s all about moderation. It is great!
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