Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Beef with Roasted Asparagus

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Tender beef strips seared in garlic butter and served with a vibrant medley of roasted low-carb vegetables for a simple, satisfying dinner. This american-inspired beef (low-carb) ready in about 35 minutes pairs flank steak, olive oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 cup asparagus, 1 cup bell peppers, and 1 cup zucchini with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet; roast for 15 minutes until tender-crisp.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz sliced flank steak and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned; remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp chopped rosemary to the skillet, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant; return beef to skillet and cook for 1 minute to heat through.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Beef with Roasted Asparagus take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Beef with Roasted Asparagus?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep flank steak from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Beef with Roasted Asparagus?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Beef with Roasted Asparagus for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Beef with Roasted Asparagus low-carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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