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Grilled Sirloin, Pesto Pasta, Grilled Elote, Watermelon, Lemon Chia Sparkling Water

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 533kcal

Ingredients

Grilled Elote with Greek Yogurt & Cotija

  • 3 TBSP Greek yogurt
  • 1 Lime zested and juiced
  • 1 clove Garlic finely grated
  • ¼ tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1/8 tsp Salt
  • Black pepper
  • 2 ears Corn on the cob husked
  • 2 TBSP Cotija cheese finely crumbled
  • ½ tsp Chili powder or ancho chili powder
  • 2 TBSP Fresh cilantro chopped

Pesto Pasta

  • 3 oz Penne pasta whole wheat
  • 2 TBSP Pesto sauce
  • 2 tsp Parmesan cheese grated (optional)

Grilled Sirloin

  • 8 oz Sirloin steak trimmed of fat
  • 1 tsp Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/8 tsp Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Lemon Chia Sparkling Water

  • 24 oz Sparkling water
  • 4 slices Lemon
  • 2 tsp Chia seeds
  • Ice cubes

Watermelon

  • 2 cups Watermelon cubed or sliced
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Prepare all ingredients as listed above.
  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium heat.
  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil.
  • In a small bowl, prepare the yogurt crema by mixing the Greek yogurt, lime zest, half of the lime juice, grated garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth. If needed, add a few drops of the remaining lime juice to thin slightly. Set aside.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain, return to the pot, and toss with pesto and Parmesan cheese, if using.
  • Grill the corn on all sides until tender and nicely charred. Brush with the yogurt crema. Sprinkle with cotija, chili powder, and cilantro.
  • Brush the sirloin with olive oil and season both sides with salt and black pepper. Grill on both sides to desired temperature. (see below). Let rest for 2 - 3 minutes before slicing.
  • Prepare the lemon chia sparkling water by combining the sparkling water, lemon slices, and chia seeds. Stir well and let sit 3 - 5 minutes for the chia to bloom. Serve over ice if preferred.
  • Serve the steak with pesto pasta, grilled elote, watermelon, and lemon chia sparkling water.

Notes

Steak Internal Temperatures:
Rare: 115 - 120°F (46 - 48°C)
Medium Rare: 120 - 125°F (51 - 54°C)
Medium: 130 - 140°F (57 - 60°C)
Medium Well: 145 - 150°F (62 - 65°C)
Well Done: 160°F + (71°C)

Nutrition

Calories: 533kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 509mg | Potassium: 796mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 1568IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 258mg | Iron: 4mg