Butternut Squash Garlic Herb Steak (Print Version)

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

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

# Steps:

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

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Juicy garlic-herb steak pairs perfectly with sweet roasted butternut squash
  • Aromatic herbs create a deliciously balanced meal
02 -
  • For added flavor, toss the squash with a pinch of smoked paprika before roasting
  • Substitute sweet potato for butternut squash if preferred
03 -
  • Use fresh herbs to brighten the flavors
  • Rest the steak to retain juices and enhance tenderness
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