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Savory Butternut Squash & Garlic Herb Steak Bowls

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A hearty and wholesome bowl featuring seared garlic herb steak, roasted butternut squash, fluffy quinoa, and a rich garlic herb cream sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners or make-ahead lunches.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and diced
  • 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into cubes
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 garlic cloves, sautéed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 tsp chopped thyme
  • 1/2 tsp chopped rosemary
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss diced butternut squash with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs. Roast 25–30 minutes until golden and tender.
  3. Cook quinoa in 2 cups water until fluffy, set aside.
  4. Season steak with salt and pepper. Sear in 1 tbsp olive oil for 2–3 minutes per side; let rest.
  5. Blend sautéed garlic, cream or yogurt, and herbs into a smooth sauce.
  6. Assemble bowls: quinoa on bottom, roasted squash, steak bites, and drizzle with garlic herb sauce.
  7. Garnish with extra parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Marinate steak with garlic and herbs 30 minutes before searing for extra flavor.
  • Use a food processor if an immersion blender is unavailable.
  • Meal prep by storing components separately for up to 4 days.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner Bowls
  • Method: Roasting & Searing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 420
  • Fat: 26
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 34
  • Cholesterol: 70