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Garlic Balsamic Steak Bites in a meal prep bowl with roasted baby gold potatoes and blistered green beans

Garlic Balsamic Steak Bites

Lean steak cubes marinated in balsamic and soy, seared until deeply browned, and finished in a glossy garlic balsamic glaze. Served with roasted baby gold potatoes and blistered green beans for a complete high-protein meal prep dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinade Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Meal Prep
Cuisine: American
Calories: 564
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs lean steak trimmed and cubed into 1-inch pieces, sirloin or top round recommended
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for marinade
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce for marinade
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar for marinade
  • 0.5 tsp salt for marinade
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper for marinade
  • 0.5 tbsp garlic powder for marinade
  • 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper optional
  • 3 cloves garlic minced, for glaze
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar for glaze
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium beef broth for glaze
  • 1 tsp honey for glaze
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce for glaze
  • 1.5 lbs baby gold potatoes quartered
  • 0.5 tbsp olive oil for potatoes
  • 0.5 tsp salt for potatoes
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper for potatoes
  • 0.5 tbsp garlic powder for potatoes
  • 1 tsp paprika for potatoes
  • 12 oz fresh green beans trimmed
  • 0.5 tbsp olive oil for green beans
  • 0.5 tsp salt for green beans
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper for green beans
  • 0.5 tbsp garlic powder for green beans

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Two large baking sheets
  • Mixing bowl for marinade
  • Meal prep containers

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper if using. Add the steak cubes and toss to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes up to 4 hours.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss quartered potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Spread in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until crispy and golden.
  3. Toss trimmed green beans with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Spread on a second baking sheet. Add to the oven for the final 12 to 15 minutes of potato roasting time until blistered and tender-crisp.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated steak cubes in small batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side until well browned. Do not crowd the pan. Remove steak to a plate and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and saute for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the balsamic vinegar, beef broth, honey, and soy sauce. Simmer for 2 minutes, stirring, until the glaze is glossy and slightly thickened. Return steak bites to the pan and toss to coat evenly.
  6. Divide the roasted potatoes and green beans into 4 bowls or meal prep containers. Top with the glazed steak bites and spoon any remaining glaze over the top. Serve immediately.

Notes

Marinate for the full 30 minutes minimum for best flavor absorption. Sear steak in batches to avoid steaming. Add green beans to the oven only for the final 12 to 15 minutes to keep them tender-crisp. Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat.