Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Roasted Asparagus
Perfectly seared ribeye steak bathed in a fragrant garlic butter sauce, paired with tender-crisp roasted asparagus for a satisfying low-carb dinner. This american-inspired keto (low-carb) ready in about 40 minutes pairs boneless, 8 oz each ribeye steak, olive oil, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 600 calories and feeds 2, 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.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, 8 oz each ribeye steak
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 lb, trimmed asparagus
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 1 lb trimmed asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper; toss to coat. Roast for 12-15 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 2: Season both sides of 2 boneless ribeye steaks (8 oz each) with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add steaks and sear for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, then transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp dried thyme, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the remaining 2 tbsp butter until melted. Pour the garlic butter over the rested steaks and serve immediately with the roasted asparagus.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Roasted Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and 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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and 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 Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Roasted Asparagus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
A perfect keto meal that my husband and I enjoyed for a special dinner. The ribeye was juicy and the garlic butter was heavenly.
- ★★★★★
This recipe made the best ribeye I've ever cooked! The garlic butter was the perfect finishing touch, and the asparagus roasted to perfection.
- ★★★★☆
Great recipe overall, but I found the asparagus took a bit longer to roast than the recipe suggested.
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