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.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

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

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

Season both sides of the steaks with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Heat a cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and let it heat until shimmering.

Step 4

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).

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest on a cutting board for 5-10 minutes.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

In a large bowl, toss the chopped romaine lettuce, croutons, Parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing, and lemon zest until well combined.

Step 9

Divide the salad onto two plates and drizzle with the prepared lemon butter.

Step 10

Slice the rested steaks against the grain, and serve alongside or on top of the Lemon Butter Caesar Salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2191.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3167.0

Total Fat 198.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.1g
Cholesterol 659.6mg	0%
Sodium 10166.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 110.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.0g	0%
Total Sugars 21.7g
Protein 249.0g	0%

Vitamin D 115.6IU	0%
Calcium 3205.7mg	0%
Iron 25.1mg	0%
Potassium 4314.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.5%

Protein: 30.9%

Carbs: 13.7%