Filet Mignon with Couscous Salad
Enjoy a sophisticated meal with Filet Mignon with Couscous Salad. This dish features perfectly grilled Certified Angus Beef ® filet mignon steaks paired with a vibrant couscous salad, accented with fresh asparagus, peas, and lemon zest. Perfect for a special dinner, this recipe combines simplicity and elegance.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 25 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American Fusion
Ingredients
4 (8-ounce) Certified Angus Beef ® filet mignon steaks
1 cup quick-cooking couscous
1 1/2 cups beef broth
8 ounces fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup frozen English (petite) peas
1/4 cup finely chopped spring onion or leek, white portion only, cleaned well
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
Zest of one lemon
2 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf Italian parsley
Additional salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare Couscous Salad: Place the couscous in a large mixing bowl. In a medium saucepan, bring the beef broth to a boil. Add the asparagus, peas, leeks, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Return to a boil, then turn off the heat. Pour the broth mixture over the couscous, stir to combine, cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap, and set aside.
2. Grill Filet Mignon: Preheat the grill. Season the filet mignon steaks with salt and pepper. Grill to desired doneness. Allow the steaks to rest for 5 minutes.
3. Finish Couscous Salad: Using a fork, fluff the couscous lightly to separate the grains. Stir in the lemon zest and parsley.
4. Serve the grilled steaks with the couscous salad.
Notes
Resting Time: Allow the filet mignon to rest for 5 minutes after grilling to retain juices and enhance flavor.
Couscous Fluffing: Fluff the couscous with a fork to ensure a light and fluffy texture.
Pairing Suggestion: Serve with a light red wine such as Pinot Noir or a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc to complement the flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak and 1/4 couscous
- Calories: 600-650 approx.