Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Herb Butter and Roasted Asparagus

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-30 · Updated 2026-07-30

A rich ribeye steak pan-seared to perfection topped with garlic herb butter, served alongside tender roasted asparagus for a hearty keto meal. This American keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs ribeye steak, 1-inch thick, salt, and black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 700 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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

• 16 oz ribeye steak, 1-inch thick
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 1/2 tsp lemon zest
• 1 lb asparagus spears
• 1 tbsp olive oil for asparagus
• 1/2 tsp salt for asparagus
• 1/4 tsp black pepper for asparagus

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 pound asparagus spears with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Arrange on a baking sheet and roast for 12-15 minutes until tender.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, season 16 ounces 1-inch thick ribeye steak generously with 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper on both sides.
3. Step 3: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
4. Step 4: Add the steak and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare doneness, adjusting time for preferred doneness.
5. Step 5: While steak cooks, mix 4 tablespoons softened unsalted butter with 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary, 1 teaspoon chopped thyme, and 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest until combined.
6. Step 6: Remove steak from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes. Top the steak with garlic herb butter to melt.
7. Step 7: Serve steak alongside roasted asparagus, spooning any melted butter over the steak before serving.