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Zesty Steak Pasta

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Zesty Steak Pasta is a vibrant dish that combines tender steak, al dente pasta, fresh vegetables, and a lime-infused dressing, topped with creamy cheese crumbles and herbs.

Ingredients

  • Pasta (such as penne or rigatoni), cooked al dente
  • Steak (sirloin or ribeye), grilled or seared and sliced
  • Fresh tomatoes, diced
  • Zucchini slices, lightly sautéed or grilled
  • Lime wedges
  • Crumbled feta or goat cheese
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • Olive oil
  • Garlic, minced
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of the pasta water.
  2. Season the steak with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. Grill or sear in a hot skillet until your desired doneness is reached. Rest for 5 minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Sauté the zucchini slices briefly in olive oil until just tender.
  4. Prepare the dressing by mixing olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  5. In a large bowl, toss the pasta with the zucchini, steak slices, tomatoes, and dressing.
  6. Top with cheese crumbles and fresh herbs.
  7. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for extra zest.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños or drizzle with hot sauce.
  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the steak with grilled portobello mushrooms or tofu.
  • Try different types of pasta such as whole wheat, gluten-free, or zucchini noodles.
  • Cheese options: Use crumbled blue cheese or shaved Parmesan.
  • To store, keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet to avoid overcooking the steak or making the pasta mushy.
  • For a cold pasta salad, chill all components before mixing together.
  • For dairy-free alternatives, use crumbled cashew cheese or nutritional yeast.

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