High-Fiber Dinner

Need a high fiber dinner that is fast, filling, and easy? This Pan-Seared Steak with Crispy Herbs & Escarole is exactly that. Juicy steak seared in a skillet, fresh herbs fried until crispy, and escarole that softens just enough to soak up all the garlicky flavor.

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It is ready in just 20 minutes and everything cooks in one pan. That means less cleanup and more time to relax after dinner.

Why You Will Love This Dinner

• High fiber made delicious with escarole
• Quick and ready in 20 minutes
• One pan cooking for less mess
• Crispy herbs make it taste gourmet

Ingredients

• 1 pound sirloin steak, ½ inch thick
• ½ teaspoon salt, divided
• ½ teaspoon black pepper, divided
• 2 tablespoons neutral oil (canola or avocado)
• 4 garlic cloves, crushed
• 5 sprigs fresh thyme
• 3 sprigs fresh sage
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary
• 16 cups chopped escarole, about 1 pound

Step by Step Instructions

1. Season the steak

Pat dry and season both sides with ¼ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper.

2. Sear the steak

Heat skillet over medium high. Add steak and sear for 3 minutes without moving it.

3. Add herbs and garlic

Flip steak. Add oil, garlic, thyme, sage, and rosemary. Cook 3 to 4 minutes until herbs are crisp and steak reaches 125°F for medium rare.

4. Rest the steak

Transfer steak to a plate and cover with foil.

5. Cook the escarole

Add escarole to the same skillet with remaining salt and pepper. Stir for 2 minutes until just wilted.

6. Slice and serve

Slice steak thinly. Serve with escarole and crispy herbs on top.

Cooking Tips

• No escarole available? Use kale or Swiss chard.
• For more fiber, add white beans to the escarole.
• Cast iron skillet gives the best crust, but any heavy pan works.
• Pre chop greens to save time on busy nights.

Nutrition Per Serving

• 244 calories
• 26 grams protein
• 10 grams carbs
• 12 grams fat
• High in fiber

Why This Recipe Works

This recipe is protein rich, high in fiber, and quick to make. The crispy herbs add flavor and texture that make it taste like something from a restaurant, but it is simple enough for a weeknight dinner.

Save this recipe to your healthy dinner board on Pinterest so you can find it whenever you need a fast and balanced meal.

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