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Dijon steak with asparagus & quinoa

Servings: 2
Calories: 296kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 oz Beef tenderloin steak, any grade, very lean 6oz
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard 0.2oz
  • 2 tsp Extra virgin olive oil 0.3oz
  • 1 ⅓ oz Quinoa, uncooked 1.3oz
  • 4 bunches Asparagus, trimmed 15.8oz
  • 2 tsp Balsamic vinegar 0.4oz

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place steak into a shallow dish, rub the Dijon mustard and 1½ teaspoon of oil into the steak. Leave to marinate for at least 10 minutes in the fridge.
  • Prepare quinoa according to packet instructions.
  • Place asparagus onto the baking sheet and drizzle over ½ teaspoon of oil and the balsamic vinegar. Toss to coat. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until asparagus are golden brown.
  • Heat a non-stick skillet to medium-high. Once hot, cook steak for 3 to 4 minutes each side for medium, or until cooked to your liking. Remove the steak and rest under foil for a few minutes.
  • Thinly slice the steak. Divide asparagus, steak and quinoa between two serving plates. Drizzle over any remaining juices from the pan.

Notes

Nutrition Facts
Calories 296
Total Fat 12 g
- Saturated Fat 2.9 g
Cholesterol 55 mg
Sodium 131 mg
Total Carbohydrate 22.4 g
- Dietary Fiber 5.8 g
- Total Sugars 3.8 g
-- Added Sugars 0 g
Protein 27.1 g