Description
A nutritious and high-protein steak and sweet potato meal prep recipe, perfect for balanced weekly meals with tender steak, roasted sweet potatoes, and healthy greens.
Ingredients
- 500g sirloin steak
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for steak)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for potatoes)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 cups broccoli or green beans
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika, then spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and slightly crispy.
- Season the steak with salt, pepper, garlic, and dried herbs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the steak for 4–5 minutes per side (depending on thickness and doneness preference).
- Remove steak and let it rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
- Steam or sauté broccoli/green beans for 5–7 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Divide sweet potatoes, sliced steak, and vegetables evenly into meal prep containers.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Let steak rest before slicing to keep it juicy.
- Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat gently to avoid overcooking the steak.
- Swap veggies based on preference.
- Great for fitness meal planning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Meal Prep
- Method: Roasting & Pan-seared
- Cuisine: American