Garlic Steak with Lemon-Pepper Asparagus

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Garlic Steak with Lemon-Pepper Asparagus

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time5 minutes mins

Total Time10 minutes mins

Servings4 servings

Ingredients

Steaks

• 1 pound steak
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper omit for AIP

Asparagus

• 2 bundles asparagus
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice omit for low-histamine or IC
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest omit for low-histamine or IC
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper omit for AIP

Equipment

• bakeware

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• Rub the garlic over the steak on both sides and season liberally with salt and pepper, then set aside.
• Combine all ingredients for the asparagus in a large bowl and toss to coat.
• Arrange the asparagus on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes.
• Add the steak to the baking sheet and bake another 5-8 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the steak is cooked to your preference.

Nutrition

Calories: 477kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 792mg | Potassium: 842mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1800IU | Vitamin C: 30.5mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 8.3mg