Description

This Savory Butternut Squash & Garlic Herb Steak Bowl is the perfect answer to your search for a hearty, easy dinner or a comforting yet healthy meal. Juicy seared steak bites are coated in a creamy garlic herb sauce and paired with caramelized roasted butternut squash, all served over a fluffy grain base like rice or quinoa. It’s everything you want in a balanced meal—protein-packed, vegetable-rich, and totally satisfying. Whether you’re meal prepping or looking for fresh dinner ideas, this easy recipe delivers delicious, wholesome flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

2 cups cubed butternut squash

1 pound sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into cubes

2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon butter

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup heavy cream or Greek yogurt

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or rosemary

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.

2. While the squash roasts, cook your grain of choice according to package instructions. Set aside and fluff with a fork.

3. Pat steak cubes dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat and sear steak for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and rest.

4. In the same skillet, lower heat and melt butter. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in cream or yogurt, herbs, and lemon juice. Simmer for 2–3 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.

5. Assemble bowls by layering grains, roasted squash, and steak. Drizzle garlic herb sauce on top and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking the steak—aim for 130°F for medium-rare.

You can roast the squash and cook the grains a day ahead for faster assembly.

Fresh herbs are essential to the flavor of the sauce—don’t substitute with dried if you can help it.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Roasting, Searing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 610
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 20g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: easy dinner, healthy bowls, steak recipe, quick meal, roasted vegetables