Recipe Details

Filet Mignon With Wilted Arugula

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Number of Servings: 2

Serving Size: 3 oz. beef

The balsamic taste of the arugula adds to the flavor of the filets. This is great with steamed vegetables or whole grain rice.

Name: Amount:
(3-oz) filet mignons (1/2 to3/4 inch thick), trimmed of any fat 2
Kosher salt and fresh-ground pepper to taste
olive oil, divided 2 tsp
fresh arugula, washed, patted dry, and stems removed 4 cups
balsamic vinegar 2 tsp
minced rosemary leaves 2 tsp
1:

Sprinkle the fillets with salt and pepper.

 2:

Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tsp of the oil to the pan.

 3:

Sear the fillets for about 3 to 4 minutes per side or until desired doneness. Set the fillets aside to keep warm.

 4:

Add the remaining oil to the pan, and sauté the arugula until just wilted.

 5:

Add the balsamic vinegar and rosemary.

 6:

Mound the arugula onto two plates. Put the fillets on top.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories 160
Calories from Fat 80
Total Fat 9g
Saturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 45mg
Sodium 45mg
Potassium n/a
Carbohydrates 3g
Dietary Fiber 1g
Sugars 1g
Protein 17g
Vitamin A n/a
Vitamin C n/a
Calcium n/a
Iron n/a
Folic Acid n/a
Dietary Exchange 3 Lean meat 1 Fat
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