Steak with Green Sauce and Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Steak with Green Sauce and Mashed Sweet Potatoes, a dish that promises warmth and satisfaction in every bite. The succulent beef steak, paired with a zesty green sauce, creates a delightful balance that’s sure to impress everyone at your dinner table. Creamy mashed sweet potatoes serve as the perfect side, adding richness to this easy-to-make meal. Whether you’re preparing it for a busy weeknight or a special family gathering, this recipe is versatile and customizable to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks (8 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (or basil)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (or olive oil)
Instructions
- Boil peeled sweet potato chunks in water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- While potatoes cook, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season steaks with salt, pepper, and garlic powder; cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- For the green sauce, blend parsley, cilantro, oregano or basil, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Drain sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter (or olive oil), mash until creamy; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve steaks next to mashed sweet potatoes and drizzle green sauce over both.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (8 oz) with mashed sweet potatoes (approximately 200g total)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg