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Ribeye steak with garlic butter & sautéed greens

This meal ensures that the fasting (OMAD) person meets their daily calorie, fat, and protein requirements while keeping it keto-friendly for both. The OMAD portion includes extra butter, olive oil, and a side of creamy cauliflower mash to reach the necessary calorie intake.
Prep Time19 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Western
Keyword: High Fat, High Protein, Keto Starter, Low Carb
Servings: 2
Cost: £14

Ingredients

For the Steaks

  • 1 x 250g ribeye steak for OMAD person
  • 1 x 200g ribeye steak for non-fasting person
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & black pepper

For the Garlic Butter

  • 60 g unsalted butter 40g for OMAD, 20g for standard portion
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • ½ tsp dried thyme

For the Sautéed Greens

  • 200 g spinach
  • 100 g kale chopped
  • 40 g butter 30g for OMAD, 10g for standard portion
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • Salt & pepper to taste

For the Creamy Cauliflower Mash

(Extra calories for OMAD person)

  • 200 g cauliflower florets
  • 40 g double cream
  • 30 g butter
  • 20 g parmesan cheese optional
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Make the Garlic Butter

  • Mix butter, garlic, parsley, and thyme in a small bowl. Set aside.

Cook the Steaks

  • Heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat with olive oil.

Season steaks with salt and pepper.

  • Cook for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare (adjust for preference).
  • In the last minute of cooking, add half of the garlic butter to the pan and baste the steaks.
  • Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.

Sauté the Greens

  • In a separate pan, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add kale and cook for 3 minutes, then add spinach and cook until wilted.
  • Season with salt and pepper.

Prepare the Cauliflower Mash (for OMAD Person)

  • Steam or boil cauliflower florets until soft (~10 minutes).
  • Blend with double cream, butter, parmesan, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Assemble & Serve

  • Plate the steaks and top with garlic butter.
  • Serve with sautéed greens.
  • The OMAD person gets an extra portion of cauliflower mash to increase calories.

Notes

Nutritional Breakdown (Approximate Per Person)
OMAD (One Large Meal)
Calories: ~2,100 kcal
Fat: ~180g
Protein: ~110g
Carbs: ~10g net
Non-Fasting (Standard Portion)
Calories: ~900 kcal
Fat: ~70g
Protein: ~60g
Carbs: ~5g net
 
Why This Works for OMAD Keto
✅ Meets full daily calorie, fat, and protein intake in one meal
✅ Uses whole, keto-friendly ingredients available in small UK supermarkets
✅ Balances protein & fats for satiety and energy