Steak with Lemon Butter Caesar Salad
Juicy, pan-seared ribeye steak takes center stage in this irresistible recipe for Steak with Lemon Butter Caesar Salad—a restaurant-quality meal you can create right at home. Perfectly seasoned and basted with garlic-infused butter, the tender steak is paired with a crisp Caesar salad that's elevated with lemon zest and a luxurious drizzle of warm lemon butter. Featuring crunchy croutons, freshly grated Parmesan, and a creamy Caesar dressing, this side salad perfectly complements the savory richness of the steak. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is an elegant yet approachable option for date nights or special dinners. Serve it up and savor the balance of zesty brightness, buttery richness, and smoky seared flavors in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (8-10 oz each) ribeye steak
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 heads, chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup croutons
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Caesar dressing
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Take the ribeye steaks out of the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature for 20-30 minutes. Pat them dry with paper towels.
Season both sides of the steaks with salt and black pepper.
Heat a cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and let it heat until shimmering.
Place the steaks in the hot skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare (adjust cooking time based on your preferred doneness).
Add 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 minced garlic clove to the skillet. Tilt the skillet and spoon the melted butter over the steaks to baste them during the last minute of cooking.
Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest on a cutting board for 5-10 minutes.
In a small saucepan, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter over low heat. Stir in the remaining minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and whisk in the fresh lemon juice. Set aside.
In a large bowl, toss the chopped romaine lettuce, croutons, Parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing, and lemon zest until well combined.
Divide the salad onto two plates and drizzle with the prepared lemon butter.
Slice the rested steaks against the grain, and serve alongside or on top of the Lemon Butter Caesar Salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3167 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 198.6 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.3 g | 466% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 660 mg | 220% | |
| Sodium | 10166 mg | 442% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.0 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 249.0 g | 498% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 3206 mg | 247% | |
| Iron | 25.1 mg | 139% | |
| Potassium | 4314 mg | 92% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
