Grilled Beef Tenderloin & Escarole
Lightly grilled escarole combined with tangy tomato vinaigrette makes an irresistible accompaniment to juicy beef tenderloin. Serve with grilled baguette.
Ingredients
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1 cup grape tomatoes
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
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2 tablespoons finely shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
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3/4 teaspoon salt , divided
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided
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1 clove garlic, minced
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2 large heads escarole or romaine lettuce, outermost leaves removed
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1 pound beef tenderloin (filet mignon) or sirloin steak, trimmed and cut into 4 steaks, 1-1 1/2 inches thick
Directions
1.
Preheat grill to medium-high.
2.
Place tomatoes, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon Parmesan, vinegar, basil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a food processor or blender; pulse until coarsely chopped. Set aside. Combine the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and garlic in another small bowl.
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Leaving the root ends intact, cut escarole (or romaine) heads into quarters (the root will keep the leaves from falling apart); brush the cut sides with the garlic-oil mixture and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Season both sides of steak with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Pat the remaining 1 tablespoon Parmesan onto both sides of the steak.
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Oil the grill rack (see Tip). Grill the escarole (or romaine), turning occasionally, until the inner leaves have softened and the outer leaves have begun to char, about 4 minutes total. Transfer to a cutting board to cool. Grill the steaks, turning once, until desired doneness, 8 to 12 minutes total for medium.
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Cut the root ends off the escarole (or romaine) and discard. Chop the leaves into bite-size pieces. Serve the steak and grilled greens drizzled with the reserved tomato vinaigrette.
Tip:
Tip: To oil the grill rack: oil a folded paper towel, hold it with tongs and rub it over the rack. Do not use cooking spray on a hot grill.
Nutrition information
Calories 302, Total Fat 16 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Monounsaturated Fat 9 g, Cholesterol 78 mg, Sodium 601 mg, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 30 g, Potassium 1299 mg. Daily Values: Vitamin A 120%, Vitamin C 35%, Calcium 20%, Iron 25%. Exchanges: Vegetable 1.5,Lean Meat 3,Fat 1
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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