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Cheryl MalikPosted: 11/29/18Updated: 05/15/22

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This Whole30 Salisbury Steak recipe is a healthy spin on a comfort food classic. Tender beef patties smothered with a homemade mushroom gravy ready in just 30 minutes! Serve this easy, paleo dish over mashed potatoes or mashed cauliflower!

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As the days get colder outside, there is nothing better than getting cozy at home with a plate of your favorite comfort food.

For me, this Whole30 Salisbury Steak is one of the comfort foods I crave on a cold November day. And I am not talking about the TV Dinner kinda Salisbury Steak you’ll typically find in the freezer section of your grocery store. I am talking about a homemade, tender beef patty smothered with a rich mushroom gravy. Homey, comforting and filling!

Now, you hear “filling” and a little alarm bell goes off in the back of your head. The thing is;filling does not have to mean heavy. Certainly, it’s all about choosing the right kind of filler, and lean beef paired with a homemade mushroom gravy is definitely the right kind.

This Whole30 Salisbury Steak is an easy, Whole30 ground beef recipe for the whole family.

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Why this recipe works:

  • This healthy Whole30 Salisbury Steak recipecan be whipped up within 30 minutes and only requires a skillet.
  • Anchovy paste serves as aflavor amplifier and takes the mushroom gravy to the next level.
  • The combination of tender, juicy beef patties with a rich and creamy mushroom gravy makes this easy Whole30 Salisbury Steak a satisfying yet healthy meal.
  • Returning the beef patties to the mushroom gravyallows for all the flavorsfrom the mushroom gravy to simmer into the meat.
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Cook’s Tips

  • When peeling the garlic, use this simple trick: lay the garlic clove flat-side down on your cutting board with the curved side up. Take your chef’s knife, and with one hand holding the knife handle, lay the flat side of the blade on top of the garlic clove. Quickly smash the side of the blade against the garlic clove. The outer skin will slide off the clove, and you now have a perfectly peeled clove ready for mincing.
  • Ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F. Note that color is not always a reliable indicator for doneness, so you might want to use an instant-read thermometer.

Variations

  • Serve this Easy Whole30 Salisbury Steak with mashed potatoes or my creamy cauliflower grits for a healthy low carb dinner.
  • For an extra-rich gravy, add a tablespoon of cold coconut cream to the mushroom gravy right in the end.
  • You can use anchovy fillets instead of anchovy paste and mash it into a paste-like consistency with a fork. Use1 fillet for ½ tsp paste. The canned fish contains oil and tastes saltier than paste so make sure to balance the saltiness with other ingredients.
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FAQ:

I bought anchovy paste for this Whole30 Salisbury Steak recipe and now I have no idea what else to use it for.

Leftover anchovy paste can be used to incorporate more salty, savory flavor into dishes and can take them from flat to stellar. My Whole30 Caesar salad dressing and pasta sauces (think puttanesca) are great options, but it also works really well with most salad dressings and sauces.

Can I make my burger patties from scratch?

Absolutely! For this Whole30 ground beef recipe, you can buy ground beef and season it at home. Put the ground beef in a bowl. Lightly break up the meat with your hands and sprinkle it evenly with some salt.

And here’s how you shape them perfectly for this Whole30 Salisbury Steak recipe:

Find a lid that is slightly bigger than the size of a hamburger bun. Cover the lid in plastic wrap and place a handful of ground beef inside the lid. Press the meat neatly into the lid, then remove any excess meat. Remove your burger patty from the lid and continue to make as many patties as needed.The more you handle it, the denser and more rubbery your Whole30 Salisbury Steak will become when cooked.

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How to make this Recipe

We start making our Whole30 Salisbury Steak recipe by frying the burgers:

First, heat ghee in a large skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium heat. Then add the beef burgers and cook them until perfectly done, about 3-6 minutes per side. Fresh burgers will need about 3 minutes per side, frozen burgers will need about 5-6 minutes per side. Transfer the cooked burgers to a plate.

Invariably, a great Whole30 Salisbury Steak begins and ends with a rich, homemade gravy. This is how we make it:

Add the sliced onions to the pan and sauté them until translucent, about 5 minutes. Toss in the mushrooms and fry them until they start to soften. Stir in the minced garlic and a little more ghee or oil, if needed. Cook this mixture, stirring constantly, until fragrant, for about 30 seconds.

Now, stir in the anchovy paste – if using – and tapioca flour and whisk until smooth. Slowly add the heated beef broth, whisking constantly, and bring the mushroom gravy to a boil. Reduce the heat to a low simmer.

Finish up the mushroom gravy by whisking in the coconut milk, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt and stir well. Return the beef patties to the mushroom gravy and let it simmer for a couple of minutes, then serve your Whole30 Salisbury Steak over mashed potatoes or cauliflower grits.

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Easy Salisbury Steak (Whole30, Paleo)

Prep:5 minutes minutes

Cook:25 minutes minutes

Total:30 minutes minutes

This Whole30 Salisbury Steak recipe is a healthy spin on a comfort food classic. Tender beef patties smothered with a homemade mushroom gravy ready in just 30 minutes! Serve this easy, paleo dish over mashed potatoes or mashed cauliflower!

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4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 burger patties ⅓-pound frozen or fresh patties or made from scratch
  • ½ white onion sliced
  • 2 tablespoons ghee
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 14.5- ounce can beef broth a Whole30 compliant brand if on Whole30 (or a little less than 2 cups)
  • 12 ounces baby bella mushrooms sliced
  • 2 teaspoons anchovy paste optional but recommended for umami
  • 2 tablespoons tapioca starch
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk or cream
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt plus more to taste

Instructions

  • Heat ghee in a large skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium heat. Add burgers and cook until cooked through, about 3-6 minutes per side. Fresh burgers will need about 3 minutes per side; frozen burgers will need about 5-6 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.

  • Add onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and sauté until they start to soften. Add garlic and a little more ghee or oil, if needed. Cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  • Add anchovy paste, if using, and tapioca flour. Whisk until smooth. Slowly add beef broth, whisking constantly, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer.

  • Whisk in coconut milk, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt; stir well. Return patties to gravy and simmer a couple minutes, then serve over mashed potatoes or cauliflower.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 466kcal, Protein: 22g, Fat: 37g, Saturated Fat: 22g, Cholesterol: 81mg, Sodium: 907mg, Potassium: 917mg, Total Carbs: 11g, Sugar: 2g, Net Carbs: 11g, Vitamin C: 2.6mg, Calcium: 56mg, Iron: 4.8mg

Number of total servings shown is approximate. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.

Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 serving using the ingredients listed, not including any optional ingredients. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.

To determine the weight of one serving, prepare the recipe as instructed. Weigh the finished recipe, then divide the weight of the finished recipe (not including the weight of the container the food is in) by the desired number of servings. Result will be the weight of one serving.

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  1. Whole30 Salisbury Steak Recipe (Easy, Paleo, Low Carb) (12)Gail says

    Made this for dinner yesterday. It was really good and very filling. My husband loved it, and was surprised it was a whole 30 meal. He thought I gave up:) Thanks for this. Can’t wait to try more of your recipes! Made 1/2 and 1/2 mashed potatoes and cauliflower mash with it.Whole30 Salisbury Steak Recipe (Easy, Paleo, Low Carb) (13)

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    • Whole30 Salisbury Steak Recipe (Easy, Paleo, Low Carb) (14)Molly | 40 Aprons Team says

      That’s great to hear, Gail! So glad you both enjoyed. Thanks so much for the review!

      Reply

  2. Whole30 Salisbury Steak Recipe (Easy, Paleo, Low Carb) (15)Katie says

    My favorite dairy free dish!!! If I could give this recipe 10 stars I would. I made cauliflower mash to serve with.Whole30 Salisbury Steak Recipe (Easy, Paleo, Low Carb) (16)

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    • Whole30 Salisbury Steak Recipe (Easy, Paleo, Low Carb) (17)Megan | 40 Aprons Team says

      A total dream team! Thanks so much sharing your review, Katie, I’m so happy you enjoyed the dish so much.

      Reply

  3. Whole30 Salisbury Steak Recipe (Easy, Paleo, Low Carb) (18)Jessica says

    Delicious! Turned out fantastic and the family was really pleased. An amazing dairy free creamy gravy for sure.Whole30 Salisbury Steak Recipe (Easy, Paleo, Low Carb) (19)

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    • Whole30 Salisbury Steak Recipe (Easy, Paleo, Low Carb) (20)Megan | 40 Aprons Team says

      Thanks so much, Jessica! So happy you all enjoyed it!

      Reply

  4. Whole30 Salisbury Steak Recipe (Easy, Paleo, Low Carb) (21)Susan says

    Great tasting dish and easy to prepare. Will definitely be making it again. Thank You!Whole30 Salisbury Steak Recipe (Easy, Paleo, Low Carb) (22)

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    • Whole30 Salisbury Steak Recipe (Easy, Paleo, Low Carb) (23)Megan | 40 Aprons Team says

      Thank you, Susan! I’m so happy you enjoyed it!

      Reply

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FAQs

How many carbs in a piece of Salisbury steak? ›

Salisbury steak with gravy (1 steak - with gravy) contains 12.2g total carbs, 10.8g net carbs, 18.2g fat, 23.1g protein, and 310 calories.

Can you eat steak on Whole30? ›

Flank steak, filet mignon, sirloin steak, or tri-tip. Steaks of all kinds are allowed on the Whole30 diet.

How is paleo different from Whole30? ›

For example, no sugar is allowed in the Whole 30 but only refined sugar is cut out of the Paleo diet. The Whole 30 is meant to be consumed for 30 days, whereas the Paleo diet is designed to be a long-term diet. Both diets focus on eliminating grains, legumes, and dairy, processed foods, sugar, and salt.

How healthy is Salisbury steak? ›

In its traditional form, Salisbury steak can be high in fat, calories, and sodium. However, there are ways to make Salisbury steak lean more on the healthier side, such as sauteing mushrooms and onions in olive oil rather than butter, making homemade low-sodium gravy, and substituting lean meat for full-fat meat.

Is steak low carb diet? ›

Steak, on its own, is quite keto-friendly. In fact, diet experts suggest that steak can provide a near-perfect macro percentage with its zero carb content. Not only that, but steak also contains conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), a type of fat that offers a range of health benefits.

How many carbs are in a steak Keto? ›

Meat and poultry are considered staple foods on the keto diet. Fresh meat and poultry contain no carbs and are rich in B vitamins and several important minerals. They're also a great source of high quality protein, which may help preserve muscle mass during a very low carb diet ( 18 , 19 , 20).

What is the best meat for Whole30? ›

Unprocessed Meats

Meats that are free from artificial ingredients and raised without hormones or antibiotics can be enjoyed during Whole30®. It's recommended that you stick to ruminants like beef and sheep, but you can also enjoy all natural chicken and pork.

Are bananas OK for Whole30? ›

Yes, both pickles and bananas are allowed on Whole30. Yet if they are a potential trigger food for you (for instance, the sweetness of bananas sets off a craving for other treats or makes you want to binge on the fruit), then you may consider including them on your “don't eat” list.

Is Chick Fil A Whole30 approved? ›

What Whole30 menu items to order at Chick-fil-A: It's probably best to skip Chick-fil-A altogether during your Whole30, Yawitz says. But, if you find yourself there, you could ask if they could make the grilled nuggets without the marinade on a Cobb Salad with no bacon, cheese, crispy red peppers, or corn.

Do you lose weight fast on paleo? ›

Studies have shown that the paleo diet is effective at reducing belly fat. In one study, 10 healthy women followed a paleo diet for five weeks. On average, they experienced a 3-inch (8-cm) reduction in waist circumference, which is an indicator of belly fat, and around a 10-pound (4.6-kg) weight loss overall ( 23 ).

What diet is closest to Whole30? ›

The Whole30 and paleo diets are similarly structured around whole foods and offer comparable benefits, including weight loss. That said, they may also limit your nutrient intake and be difficult to sustain.

What is Salisbury steak sauce made of? ›

The patties are cooked to golden brown, and then a simple gravy is made with onions, mushrooms, beef broth and a little cornstarch which is used as a thickener. I typically use white button mushrooms, but other mushroom varieties like cremini mushrooms would also be a great choice.

What is the difference between hamburger steak and Salisbury steak? ›

Salisbury steak traditionally calls for ground sirloin, which is a lean cut of beef known for its tenderness. On the other hand, hamburger steak can be made with pretty much any cut of beef, including chuck, round, or a bit of both. Ideally, cuts with slightly more fat content are used to retain moisture while cooking.

Why do people eat Salisbury steak? ›

James Salisbury, a germ theory pioneer, invented Salisbury Steak to combat illness among Civil War troops. Best known in our time as a staple of TV dinners and bargain buffets, the Salisbury Steak actually has its beginnings as a proposed cure for digestive illness during the Civil War.

How many carbs are in a banquet Salisbury steak? ›

Banquet Salisbury Steaks & Brown Gravy (1 steak) contains 8g total carbs, 7g net carbs, 12g fat, 8g protein, and 170 calories.

Can diabetics eat Salisbury steak? ›

Typically, diner food isn't the best option for a diabetic diet, but with our recipe for lightened-up, Diner-Style Salisbury Steak you can enjoy an old-fashioned favorite without all the guilt! These ground beef patties are smothered in a delicious mushroom and gravy mixture you won't be able to resist!

How many carbs are in a Salisbury steak TV dinner? ›

Nutrition Facts
NutrientValue
Carbs38g
Net carbs35g
Fiber3g
Sugar
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How many calories are in 4 oz of Salisbury steak? ›

Fit-fillet Dine-in Menu Salisbury Steak 4oz (1 serving) contains 10g total carbs, 10g net carbs, 15g fat, 12g protein, and 287 calories.

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