Goat Cheese Pesto, Grilled Veggie & NY Strip Steak Sandwich

Name: Goat Cheese Pesto, Grilled Veggie & NY Strip Steak Sandwich
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 6 oz. goat cheese, softened; 2 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese; ⅓ cup olive oil; Fresh basil; Fresh dill; Juice of about half a lemon; Sea salt; Red pepper flakes; 2 American Wagyu Gold® New York Strip; Olive oil; Sea Salt; Pepper; 2 bell peppers; 6 scallions; 2 zucchini; Arugula; Olive oil; Balsamic; Baguette or ciabatta loaf

Author

Abigail Harris-Shea

Servings

4 sandwiches

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

1 hour

Protein

40g/serving

This isn’t your average sandwich—this is a full-on flavor experience. Tender NY strip steak, perfectly cooked with a reverse sear, is layered on toasted bread with smoky grilled veggies, fresh arugula, and a creamy, herb-packed goat cheese pesto that takes things to the next level. Whether you're feeding a crowd or just elevating your weekend lunch, these hearty sandwiches strike the perfect balance of savory, fresh, and indulgent. Fire up the grill, and get ready to impress.

Ingredients

Goat Cheese Pesto

6 oz. goat cheese, softened
2 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
⅓ cup olive oil
Fresh basil
Fresh dill
Juice of about half a lemon
Sea salt
Red pepper flakes

The NY Strip

2 American Wagyu Gold® New York Strip
Olive oil
Sea Salt
Pepper

Toppings

2 bell peppers
6 scallions
2 zucchini
Arugula
Olive oil
Balsamic
Baguette or ciabatta loaf

Directions

The steak: Preheat the oven to 250°F. Remove the steak from the refrigerator about 20 minutes before cooking. Drizzle with good olive oil and season with salt and pepper on both sides. Cook in the oven until your internal temperature is about 110 to 115°F. How long this takes will vary depending on how thick your steak is. I would suggest starting with about 10 to 15 min per side and check where you are at from there.
The goat cheese spread: Meanwhile, make the goat cheese spread by combining all the ingredients in a bowl and mixing by hand for a bit of a chunkier spread, or transfer to a food processor and blend until smooth. Season to taste.
The veggies & steak: Preheat the grill to about 425°F. Slice the veggies into bite size pieces and toss in a little olive oil and balsamic. Season with salt and pepper. Grill a few minutes per side or until they start to soften and brown on the outside. Transfer to a plate. Add steaks to the grill and cool about 2 to 3 min per side or until their internal temperature is 130°F. Let steak rest for about 5 minutes and then slice.
The rest: Toast bread (either on the grill or in the oven) and add goat cheese spread. Top with slices of steak, veggies and a handful of arugula. Slice and enjoy!

Recipe Note

Author Bio

Abigail is a creative director, home cook and content creator with a diehard love for Snake River Farms’ Gold Waygu ribeyes. She finds any excuse to host because nothing brings her more joy than getting people together and sharing a meal (with a good glass of wine). On a Saturday you can find her at a farmers market, walking in a park with friends or planning her next trip.