Sheet Pan Garlic Herb Beef Steak with Roasted Fennel and Tomatoes
Juicy, pan-seared and roasted beef sirloin served alongside caramelized roasted fennel and blistered garden tomatoes. A hearty, vibrant Paleo dinner packed with over 35g of protein per serving.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min
Makes
2 servings
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Made by Fiona + Lila
Fiona created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet · Sheet pan · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Prep the vegetables and measure pantry ingredients earlier in the day to shorten cook time.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C)
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Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C)
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Line a large sheet pan with parchment…
Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
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Cut the fennel bulb into 1/2 inch…
Cut the fennel bulb into 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) wedges and place them in a bowl with whole cherry tomatoes.
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Toss the fennel and tomatoes with olive…
Toss the fennel and tomatoes with olive oil, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Look for: evenly coated
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Spread the vegetables out on the prepared…
Spread the vegetables out on the prepared sheet pan in a single layer.
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Roast in the oven for 15 minutes
Roast in the oven for 15 minutes, until the fennel begins to soften and tomatoes start to blister.
Look for: the fennel begins to soften and tomatoes start to blister
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Pat the beef sirloin steaks dry
While vegetables roast, pat the beef sirloin steaks dry with a paper towel and season all sides with garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
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Heat a heavy skillet or cast-iron pan…
Heat a heavy skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat.
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Add the beef steaks to the hot…
Add the beef steaks to the hot skillet and sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until a deep golden crust forms and internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare, or to your preferred doneness.
Look for: a deep golden crust forms and internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare, or to your preferred doneness
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Transfer the steaks to a cutting board…
Transfer the steaks to a cutting board and let them rest for 5 minutes to retain juices.
Allow: 5 minutes
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Remove the roasted fennel and tomatoes from…
Remove the roasted fennel and tomatoes from the oven; the fennel should be tender with browned edges and tomatoes blistered.
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Slice the rested beef across the grain…
Slice the rested beef across the grain into thin strips.
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Plate the sliced beef alongside the warm…
Plate the sliced beef alongside the warm roasted fennel and blistered tomatoes, garnishing with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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