Description
Savory Butternut Squash & Garlic Herb Steak Bowls are the perfect blend of hearty and healthy, ideal for cozy dinners or meal prep. This dish features tender steak paired with sweet roasted butternut squash, all drizzled with a creamy garlic herb sauce and served over fluffy quinoa. Each bite is a delightful combination of flavors and textures that you’ll want to share with family and friends. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this recipe makes weeknight cooking a breeze while ensuring you enjoy a nutritious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 1 pound steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into cubes
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 3 garlic cloves, sautéed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or Greek yogurt
- Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, rosemary)
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) for roasting the butternut squash.
- Toss diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs; spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes until golden.
- In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil; add rinsed quinoa. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat; season steak cubes with salt and pepper. Sear for about 2–3 minutes per side until browned; let rest.
- Blend sautéed garlic with heavy cream or Greek yogurt, herbs, and salt until smooth.
- Assemble bowls starting with quinoa at the bottom; layer roasted squash and seared steak on top. Drizzle with garlic herb sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 500g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg