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Flat Iron Steak with Cauliflower and Arugula

WHY IT’S LIGHT Serving small, lean steaks—only five to six ounces each—along with a lightly dressed salad of cauliflower and arugula keeps this meal low in calories. The only added oil is used in the dressing. The steak is seared in a dry skillet; the cauliflower is browned in the juices left behind.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4

Ingredients

4 small flat iron steaks (5 to 6 ounces each)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 head cauliflower (about 2 1/2 pounds), cored and cut into small florets
2 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
1/2 cup water, plus more if needed
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus lemon wedges for serving
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 bunches arugula (about 10 ounces total), thick stems removed, washed well and dried
1 ounce Parmesan cheese, shaved with a vegetable peeler

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Pat dry steaks and season with salt and pepper. Cook 5 to 6 minutes per side for medium-rare (reduce heat if browning too quickly). Transfer to a cutting board and tent with foil to keep warm.

    Step 2

    Add cauliflower, garlic, and the water to skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until cauliflower is browned and crisp-tender, 8 to 10 minutes. (If bottom of skillet becomes too dry, add 1/4 cup more water.)

    Step 3

    Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice and oil; season with salt and pepper. Add arugula, cauliflower, and Parmesan to dressing in bowl; toss (arugula will wilt). Serve steaks and salad with lemon wedges.

  2. Nutrition Information

    Step 4

    (Per Serving)

    Step 5

    Calories: 329

    Step 6

    Fat: 18.3g (6.3g Saturated Fat)

    Step 7

    Protein: 32.8g

    Step 8

    Carbohydrates: 8.8g

    Step 9

    Fiber: 3.5g

Everyday Food: Light
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