Radiant Herb Crusted Steak
A seared steak topped with a light herb crust, finished with a reduction that captures the essence of sunlight's warmth. This French-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 65 minutes, pairs strip loin steak, thyme, rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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
- 1.5 lbs strip loin steak
- 1 tbsp, chopped thyme
- 1 tbsp, chopped rosemary
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2, thinly sliced shallots
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Season 1.5 lbs strip loin steak with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. In a bowl, mix 1 tbsp thyme, 1 tbsp rosemary, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, and 2 thinly sliced shallots.
- Step 2: Press the herb mixture onto both sides of the steak, ensuring an even crust. Let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Step 3: Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and sear the steak for 3 minutes per side, until a golden-brown crust forms.
- Step 4: Transfer to a baking sheet, wrap in parchment paper, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes. Serve with a drizzle of remaining herb-infused oil.
