Garlic Butter Steak & Zucchini Noodles
Garlic Butter Steak & Zucchini Noodles is a low-carb, flavorful dish featuring tender flank steak strips sautéed in garlic butter with crushed red pepper flakes, served over fresh spiralized zucchini noodles. This healthy, grain-free meal is quick to prepare and perfect for a satisfying dinner without heavy carbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 3-4 people
- Category: Main Course, Low-Carb
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American, Healthy
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 lb flank steak, sliced into strips
4 medium zucchini, spiralized
2 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley and lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season flank steak strips with salt and pepper.
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Add steak to skillet and cook 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked to preference. Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and crushed red pepper flakes; sauté 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add zucchini noodles and toss gently 2-3 minutes until just tender but still firm. Season with salt and pepper.
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Return steak to skillet; toss to combine and heat through for 1 minute.
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Remove from heat; garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices. Serve immediately.
Notes
Substitute flank steak with sirloin or ribeye if preferred.
Add cherry tomatoes or mushrooms for extra texture.
Use garlic powder instead of fresh garlic for milder flavor.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over dish for extra zest.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese for richness.
