Beef Tenderloins & Greens Dijon Choose dark greens for nutrition 1 lb beef tenderloin tips, trimmed of fat and cut into 1" x 1/2" pieces ; 1/2 cup olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon; 1/2 tsp salt ; 1/2 tsp pepper, divided ; 1/4 cup Dijon mustard ; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar ; 1 clove garlic, crushed ; 1 tsp sugar ; 10 oz package mixed salad greens ; croutons; To make dressing, in medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup olive oil, mustard, vinegar, garlic, sugar and 1/4 teaspoon pepper until creamy. Set aside. In large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tblspn olive oil over medium -high heat until hot. Add beef (half at a time) and stir-fry 2 to 3 mins or until outside surface is no longer pink. (Do not overcook.) Season with 1/2 tspn salt and 1/4 tspn pepper. In large bowl, combine greens and 1/2 cup of the reserved dressing. Toss to coat. Arrange greens on serving platter and top with beef and croutons. Serve immediately, adding additional dressing as desired. yield: 4 servings prep time: 15 mins cooking time: 5 mins |