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Nutritional information per serving (2 kabobs with 11/4 cup couscous): 576 calories, 16 percent fat (10 grams), 71 percent carbohydrate, 13 percent protein, 18 grams fiber, 119 milligrams calcium, 137 micrograms folic acid, 6 milligrams iron.

Asian-Inspired Cabbage Salad With Sirloin
Serves 4
This protein-packed recipe also provides iron, vitamin B12 and zinc.

    1         pound top sirloin
    1/4      cup teriyaki sauce
    1/2      small green cabbage, shredded
    2         small red bell peppers, cut into thin strips
    2         carrots, peeled and grated
    6         ounces pineapple juice
    2         teaspoons sesame oil
    1         tablespoon light soy sauce
    2         tablespoons rice vinegar
    1/4     cup chopped fresh cilantro
    1         2-inch piece fresh ginger root, grated

Marinate steak in teriyaki sauce in the refrigerator for a minimum of 1 hour. Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Set aside.
    To cook the steak, place on a broiler pan and set under broiler. Broil about 5 minutes per side. When the steak is done, cut into thin strips. Divide cabbage mixture among 4 plates and top each with steak strips.

Nutritional information per serving (4 ounces beef and 2 cups salad): 337 calories, 29 percent fat (11 grams), 27 percent carbohydrate, 44 percent protein, 4 grams fiber, 89 milligrams calcium, 103 micrograms folic acid, 5 milligrams iron.