Za’atar-Spiced Steak & Ginger Scallion Sauce
Balances protein and fiber while limiting fat, sodium, and added sugar
- Sesame
Specifically designed to be gentle on the stomach and nutrient-dense to support your health goals while on GLP-1 medications, this Za’atar-spiced steak is butterflied for quick, even cooking, then seared until perfectly caramelized. It’s served alongside tender sautéed zucchini and cherry tomatoes plus a hearty grain blend tossed with our garlic-ginger scallion sauce. Even more of the aromatic sauce is drizzled over top for an extra punch of flavor. *Customized meals may not be GLP-1-friendly unless tagged.
Ingredients
1 unit
Zucchini
4 ounce
Heirloom Grape Tomatoes
1 unit
Lemon
10 ounce
Ranch Steak
2 ounce
Garlic-Ginger Scallion Paste
(Contains: Sesame)
2 clove
Garlic
1 unit
Microwavable Grain Blend
1 tablespoon
Za'atar Spice
(Contains: Sesame)
Not included in your delivery
3 teaspoon (tsp)
Cooking Oil
teaspoon (tsp)
Salt
teaspoon (tsp)
Black Pepper
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
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Wash and dry produce.
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Trim and slice zucchini crosswise into ½-inch-thick rounds. Peel and mince or grate garlic. Quarter lemon.
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Heat a large drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add zucchini and tomatoes. Cook, stirring, until softened and lightly browned and tomatoes are nearly burst, 5-7 minutes (7-10 minutes for 4 servings).
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Add garlic and a big pinch of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1-2 minutes more.
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Turn off heat; transfer veggies to a medium bowl and tent with foil to keep warm. Wipe out pan.
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Pat steak* dry with paper towels. Place on a cutting board and carefully slice horizontally through the center, parallel to the cutting board, leaving ½ inch intact on one end. Open steak like a book to butterfly.
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Season all over with Za’atar Spice, salt, and pepper.
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Heat a drizzle of oil in pan used for veggies over medium-high heat. Add steak and cook to desired doneness, 3-5 minutes per side.
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Transfer to a clean cutting board to rest.
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Massage grain blend in package; partially open package. Microwave until warmed through, 1½-2 minutes.
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Transfer grains to a second medium bowl and stir in half the garlic-ginger scallion paste. Taste and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
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Thinly slice steak against the grain.
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Divide grains, veggies, and steak between plates. Drizzle with remaining garlic-ginger scallion paste and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Sep 2026- Flavor: The za'atar spice gave the steak great flavor when it worked well, and the ginger scallion sauce added a bold, aromatic punch 🌿. Opinions on the sauce were mixed — some loved it, while others found it too strong or too scallion-forward; use it sparingly if you prefer a lighter finish.
- Ease of prep: The recipe comes together quickly, though butterflying the steak proved tricky for many due to uneven cuts — cooking it whole and slicing after is a practical alternative.
- Suggestions: If the Za'atar seasoning smokes heavily, try blooming it in olive oil and brushing it on during the last few minutes of cooking. Add extra sauce to the grains as they absorb a lot, and consider heating the grain blend in a pot with a splash of water instead of the microwave for better texture.
- Leftovers: The dish did not keep well as leftovers, with the grain blend and sauce losing appeal the next day.
