Steak with Sundried Tomatoes and Feta

Recipe makes 2 servings

Ingredients:

1 (12 oz / 340 g) steak of choice (sirloin, ribeye, strip, etc.)
1 Tbsp (15 ml) olive oil, divided
Salt and black pepper, to taste
¼ cup (1.2 oz / 35 g) crumbled feta cheese
2 Tbsp (20 g) sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
1 Tbsp (3 g) fresh parsley, chopped
½ tsp dried oregano
Optional: 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

Pat the steak dry and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.

Heat ½ Tbsp olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak for 3–4 minutes per side and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

While the steak rests, mix the feta, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, parsley, oregano, and the remaining ½ Tbsp olive oil, in a small bowl, 

Slice the steak and arrange on a plate. Spoon the feta–tomato mixture over the top. Add a light drizzle of lemon juice and serve.

 

Nutritional breakdown per serving  (2 servings)

420 Calories
38g Protein
29g Fat
1g Fiber
3g Total Carbs
2g 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.