Super source
Protein
23.0 g · 46% DV target
A lean and versatile prime cut of beef prized for its balance of robust flavor and tender texture, sirloin serves as a dense source of high-quality protein and essential minerals.
Sirloin steak provides a complete protein profile containing all essential amino acids (building blocks the body cannot make), with notably high concentrations of leucine, lysine, and aspartic acid compared to other premium cuts like ribeye or tenderloin .13
Consuming lean red meat like sirloin in portions of at least 0.5 servings per day does not negatively influence short-term cardiovascular risk factors, such as blood pressure or total cholesterol, according to a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials .5
The fat profile of sirloin is highly variable depending on the animal's diet; grass-fed sirloin typically contains significantly lower total fat and higher proportions of omega-3 fatty acids compared to grain-fed alternatives .611
While sirloin is a nutrient-dense protein source, major health institutions recommend limiting total red meat intake and choosing lean cuts to manage saturated fat consumption .310
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
23.0 g · 46% DV target
11.4 g · 15% DV target
4.65 g · 23% DV target
Not a benefit — best kept low
0.29 g · 29% DV target
Not a benefit — best kept low
0.55 μg · 3% DV target
0.21 mg · 16% DV target
Seasonality has not been estimated for this ingredient yet.
Keep in original packaging or a sealed container at the bottom of the fridge.
Wrap tightly to prevent freezer burn.
Beef production is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and requires high land and water usage compared to plant proteins.
The popular myth that King James I knighted a loin of beef as 'Sir Loin' is likely apocryphal, as the name actually derives from the French 'surlonge', meaning 'above the loin'.