Skirt Steak with Haricots Verts, Corn, and Pesto

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
25%
Skirt Steak with Haricots Verts, Corn, and Pesto
30 min.
4
473kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Skirt Steak with Haricots Verts, Corn, and Pesto—a dish that perfectly balances flavor, nutrition, and ease of preparation. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only a feast for the senses but also a wholesome choice for lunch or dinner, making it ideal for any occasion.

Imagine tender skirt steak, expertly seasoned and seared to perfection, paired with vibrant haricots verts and sweet corn, all brought together by the aromatic essence of fresh basil pesto. In just 30 minutes, you can create a meal that serves four, making it perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner with friends.

With a caloric count of 473 kcal per serving, this dish offers a satisfying balance of protein, healthy fats, and minimal carbohydrates, ensuring you stay energized without feeling weighed down. The combination of textures—from the crispness of the green beans to the juicy steak—will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your loved ones with a dish that’s as delicious as it is nutritious!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup basil pesto prepared
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  •  ears corn 
  • 0.8 lb haricots verts trimmed
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 lb skirt steak 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • pot
  • colander
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Pat steak dry and cut into 4 pieces, then sprinkle all over with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 1/2 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté corn, stirring, until just starting to brown, 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. Transfer to a large bowl.
  4. Add remaining tablespoon oil to skillet and sauté steaks, in batches if necessary, turning over once, 3 to 5 minutes per batch for thin pieces and 5 to 7 minutes per batch for thicker pieces (for medium-rare).
  5. Transfer steaks to a cutting board and let stand 5 minutes before slicing.
  6. While steaks rest, cook haricots verts in a large pot of well-salted boiling water, uncovered, until just tender, about 4 minutes, and drain well in a colander.
  7. Add beans to corn then add pesto, stirring to coat.
  8. Serve corn and beans topped with sliced steak.

Nutrition Facts

Calories473kcal
Protein33.7%
Fat55.75%
Carbs10.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.5
Glycemic Load
1.69
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
25.999130451161%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.38mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
2.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:472.66kcal
23.63%
Fat:29.82g
45.88%
Saturated Fat:7.53g
47.06%
Carbohydrates:12.7g
4.23%
Net Carbohydrates:9.42g
3.43%
Sugar:5.17g
5.75%
Cholesterol:109.64mg
36.55%
Sodium:846.75mg
36.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:40.55g
81.1%
Zinc:11.26mg
75.1%
Vitamin B12:3.62µg
60.38%
Selenium:38.07µg
54.39%
Vitamin B3:10.68mg
53.38%
Vitamin B6:0.88mg
44.06%
Vitamin K:42.56µg
40.53%
Vitamin B2:0.65mg
37.96%
Phosphorus:314.49mg
31.45%
Vitamin A:1268.16IU
25.36%
Iron:4.21mg
23.4%
Potassium:738.69mg
21.11%
Manganese:0.38mg
18.93%
Magnesium:67.23mg
16.81%
Vitamin C:11.91mg
14.43%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.79%
Vitamin B5:1.34mg
13.41%
Fiber:3.27g
13.1%
Copper:0.21mg
10.7%
Folate:42.64µg
10.66%
Calcium:92.91mg
9.29%
Vitamin E:1.29mg
8.61%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%
Source:Epicurious