How To Pick Lean Beef Cuts Not all cuts of beef can pull off blue steak. Picking lean and tender cuts is the way to go, but identifying these qualities is another issue. How do you pick a lean ...

Go lean: Choose lean beef cuts for a heart-healthy option. Look for cuts with “loin” or “round” in the name — like sirloin, tenderloin and top round — for easy-to-spot, lean choices.

1. Tri-Tip Roast Flavor-packed, affordable, and grill-ready. Cut from the bottom sirloin, the Tri-Tip is a lean roast with rich, beefy flavor and just enough marbling to keep it juicy.

Seven Midwest state beef councils are supporting the efforts.There are 29 cuts defined as "lean" or "extra lean." Recipe cards and a list of beef cuts can be found on meat service counters.