Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Steak Strips with Asparagus
Seared tenderloin steak strips baked alongside tender asparagus with garlic and melted butter. An effortless 20-minute dinner requiring minimal cleanup.
Prep
5 min
Cook
12 min
Total
17 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Zoya + Lila
Zoya 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
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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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Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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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
5 min
Cook
12 min
Total
17 min
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Equipment
Oven · Sheet pan · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Buying pre-trimmed asparagus or pre-cut steak tips saves even more prep time on busy evenings.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with pa…
- 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) and…
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Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and…
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Snap the woody ends off the asparagus…
Snap the woody ends off the asparagus stems and place the asparagus on one half of the prepared baking sheet.
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Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil
Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil, sprinkle with half of the salt and black pepper, and toss directly on the pan to coat evenly.
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Cut the beef tenderloin into bite-sized strips…
Cut the beef tenderloin into bite-sized strips and place them on the other half of the baking sheet.
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Season the steak strips with the remaining…
Season the steak strips with the remaining salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, tossing lightly so the spices cover all sides.
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Melt the butter in a small microwave-safe…
Melt the butter in a small microwave-safe bowl for 15 to 20 seconds until liquid.
Look for: liquid
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Drizzle the melted butter over the steak…
Drizzle the melted butter over the steak strips and asparagus.
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Transfer the baking sheet to the oven…
Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and roast at 425°F (220°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the steak reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for medium rare and the asparagus is tender-crisp.
Look for: the steak reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for medium rare and the asparagus is tender-crisp
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Remove the pan from the oven
Remove the pan from the oven, let the steak rest for 2 minutes, and serve immediately.
Allow: 2 minutes
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