Butternut Squash Garlic Herb Steak (Print)

Juicy garlic-herb steak paired with roasted butternut squash and fresh herbs for a balanced meal.

# 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, to taste
07 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Oils

08 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the 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, then spread evenly on the baking sheet.
03 - Roast the squash for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden brown and tender.
04 - Pat the sirloin steak dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and the remaining garlic.
05 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak for 4 to 5 minutes per side to desired doneness.
06 - In the final minute, add chopped thyme and rosemary to the skillet, spooning the herbed oil over the steak.
07 - Remove the steak from heat and let rest, loosely covered with foil, for 5 minutes.
08 - Slice the steak thinly against the grain.
09 - Divide roasted butternut squash and steak slices evenly among 4 bowls. Drizzle with pan juices and garnish with additional herbs as desired.

# Chef Secrets:

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 room temperature steak for more even cooking
  • Let steak rest before slicing to keep it juicy
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