Grilled Steak with Pistachio Pesto
Grilled Steak with Pistachio Pesto makes an easy, healthy, paleo, and Whole30 protein for summer. The dairy free pesto comes together in 5 minutes and makes the perfect dip for any grilled meat or veggie.
Servings 4
Calories 327kcal
Ingredients
Grilled Steak
- 1 pound NY strip steaks (or cut of choice)
- salt and pepper, to taste
Pistachio Pesto (makes 3/4 cups)
- 1 1/2 cup loosely packed basil
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- salt, to taste
Instructions
- Liberally coat steaks with salt and pepper. Light grill and grill steaks on indirect hat for 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.
- While steaks cook, make the pesto - place everything but the olive oil in a food processor and process until broken down. Scrape down the sides of the food processor if needed. With the processor running, slowly pour in oil and blend until smooth.
- Let steaks rest for 5 mins then top with pesto and enjoy!
Notes
nutritional breakdown of pistachio pesto:
per 1 tablespoon - 77 calories - 2g carbs, 8g fat, 1g protein nutrition below is based on 1/4 pound of raw steak + 1 tablespoon pistachio pesto
per 1 tablespoon - 77 calories - 2g carbs, 8g fat, 1g protein nutrition below is based on 1/4 pound of raw steak + 1 tablespoon pistachio pesto
Nutrition
Calories: 327kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 25g | Fiber: 1g