Grilled Veal Steak with Peppers and Onions

Recipe makes 2 servings

Ingredients:

For the veal:
2 bone-in veal steaks (about 8.8 ounces/250g each)
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp dried thyme or rosemary
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)

For the vegetables:
2 whole red peppers
2 small white or yellow onions, peeled
6 cherry tomatoes
1 tsp olive oil for brushing
Salt to taste

Instructions:

Mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, thyme, salt, pepper, and mustard. Rub onto veal steaks. Rest at room temp 30-60 minutes.

Lightly brush red peppers, onions, and cherry tomatoes with olive oil. Season with salt.

Start with onions and peppers. Grill on medium-high, turning occasionally, for 10-12 minutes until softened and charred.

Add cherry tomatoes for the last 3-4 minutes. Grill until blistered and slightly collapsed.

Cook steaks 4-5 minutes per side on a hot grill or grill pan. Adjust based on thickness and desired doneness. Rest steaks 5 minutes before serving.

Arrange grilled veal with roasted onions, peppers, and cherry tomatoes. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

 

Nutritional breakdown per serving  (recipe makes 2 servings)

553 Calories
67.5g Protein
24g Fat
3.5g Fiber
14g Total Carbs
10.5g NET Carbs

Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.