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Easy Garlic-Butter Steak & Zucchini — A Healthy Dinner with Meat

Skillet of sizzling Healthy Dinner With Meat — browned garlic-butter steak cubes and sautéed zucchini garnished with parsley; a simple Dinner Low Carb Recipes option.
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Tender cubes of steak seared to a golden crust and tossed with quick-sautéed zucchini and a garlicky butter sauce. Fast, low-carb, and totally satisfying — dinner on the table in about 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound steak (sirloin, ribeye, or NY strip), cut into ~1″ pieces
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: chopped fresh parsley for serving

Instructions

  1. Dry and season the meat. Pat the steak pieces with paper towels until mostly dry, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. This step helps get a better crust.

  2. Get your skillet screaming hot. Warm the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat until it shimmers.

  3. Sear the steak. Arrange the steak in a single layer (don’t overcrowd). Let the pieces cook undisturbed 1–2 minutes per side, until nicely browned. Transfer the seared cubes to a plate and set aside.

  4. Make the garlic butter base. Reduce heat to medium and add the butter to the same pan. When it melts, add the chopped garlic and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant — avoid browning it.

  5. Cook the zucchini. Toss in the zucchini slices and sauté 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they’re tender yet still have a little bite.

  6. Bring it together. Return the steak to the skillet and toss briefly so everything is coated in the garlicky butter. Heat just long enough to warm the steak through, about 1–2 minutes.

  7. Finish and serve. Scatter parsley over the top if using, transfer to plates, and serve right away.

Notes

  • Tips & Substitutions
    • Bold tip: Pat the steak dry — moisture prevents a good sear.
    • If your pan is small, cook the steak in two batches so it browns instead of steams.
    • Swap zucchini for broccoli florets, asparagus, or sliced bell peppers (adjust cook time).
    • Want more heat? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes when you add the garlic.
    • For a richer sauce, stir in a small knob of butter or a splash of cream at the end.
  • Storage
    • Cool completely, then refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat with a splash of water or broth to revive juiciness.

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