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Steak Bowl with Sweet Potato Mash & Garlic Green Beans

A comforting steak bowl featuring creamy sweet potato mash, seared steak, and crisp garlic green beans topped with a vibrant chimichurri.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 560 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Base

  • 1 cup sweet potato mash (boiled & mashed with butter and salt)

For the Steak

  • 1 medium steak (sirloin or ribeye), seasoned with salt and pepper
  • to taste olive oil and butter for searing

For the Green Beans

  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed
  • 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste olive oil for sautéing

For the Topping

  • 2 tbsp chimichurri or herb-chili topping (parsley, garlic, olive oil, red chili, vinegar)

To Serve

  • to taste extra salt and pepper, if needed

Instructions
 

Make the Sweet Potato Mash

  • Peel and cube the sweet potato into even pieces.
  • Place in a pot of cold water, bring to a boil, and cook until fork-tender (about 10–12 minutes).
  • Drain, return to the pot, and mash with a knob of butter and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.

Prepare the Chimichurri

  • Chop fresh parsley and garlic finely.
  • Mix parsley, garlic, a small amount of red chili, olive oil, and a splash of vinegar.
  • Taste and add salt as needed. Let sit at room temperature to let flavors meld.

Cook the Green Beans

  • Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add trimmed green beans and sauté until they begin to blister and turn bright green, about 4–5 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic in the last 30–45 seconds, toss, and remove from heat.

Season and Sear the Steak

  • Pat the steak dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a heavy skillet over high heat. Add a splash of olive oil and a small pat of butter.
  • Sear the steak 2–4 minutes per side for medium-rare to medium, depending on thickness.
  • Let the steak rest for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain.

Assemble the Bowl

  • Place 1 cup of sweet potato mash in a bowl.
  • Top with sliced steak and a serving of garlic green beans.
  • Drizzle 2 tablespoons of chimichurri over the steak and green beans.
  • Season with extra salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately.

Notes

For variations and suggestions for scaling portions, consider substitutions for sweet potato, steak choices, and optional toppings.
Keyword Chimichurri, Garlic Green Beans, Steak Bowl, Sweet Potato Mash, Weeknight Dinner