Butternut Squash Garlic Herb Steak (Print View)

Juicy garlic-herb steak combined with sweet roasted butternut squash and aromatic herbs.

# Components:

→ Meat & Protein

01 - 1 lb sirloin steak

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
03 - 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced

→ Herbs & Seasonings

04 - 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
05 - 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
06 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Oils

07 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a bowl, toss cubed butternut squash with 1 tablespoon olive oil, half of the minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and golden brown.
03 - Pat sirloin steak dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and remaining garlic.
04 - Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak for 4 to 5 minutes per side to desired doneness.
05 - In the last minute, add chopped thyme and rosemary to skillet and spoon herbed oil over the steak.
06 - Remove steak from skillet and rest loosely covered with foil for 5 minutes.
07 - Thinly slice steak against the grain.
08 - Divide roasted butternut squash and steak slices among four bowls. Drizzle with pan juices and garnish with additional herbs if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Juicy garlic-herb steak
  • Sweet roasted butternut squash
02 -
  • Substitute sweet potato for butternut squash if preferred.
  • Pairs well with a light red wine, such as Pinot Noir.
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife to slice steak thinly against the grain for tenderness.
  • Let the steak rest to retain juices and flavor.
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