Heart-Healthy Filet Americain

Indulge in the sophisticated flavors of Heart-Healthy Filet Americain, a lighter twist on the classic Belgian dish that's as delicious as it is nutritious. Made with finely minced lean beef tenderloin, this recipe highlights fresh, vibrant ingredients like red onion, capers, parsley, and chives, all bound together with a zesty blend of Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce. This no-cook meal comes together in just 20 minutes, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or elegant appetizers. Served atop a crisp bed of mixed baby greens with golden, toasted slices of whole grain bread, this dish is as visually stunning as it is heart-healthy. Perfect for those seeking a protein-packed, low-fat option that doesn’t compromise on flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Lean beef tenderloin
• 0.5 Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Capers
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Chives
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 100 grams Mixed baby greens
• 4 slices Whole grain bread

Directions

Step 1

Ensure your beef tenderloin is very lean and trimmed of any visible fat. Place it in the freezer for about 15 minutes to make it firmer and easier to dice finely.

Step 2

Finely dice the red onion and set aside.

Step 3

Chop the capers, parsley, and chives finely and set aside.

Step 4

Remove the beef from the freezer and, using a sharp knife, slice it into small, even pieces. Continue to mince until the beef is finely diced.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, combine the minced beef with the diced red onion, chopped capers, olive oil, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, chopped parsley, and chives.

Step 6

Season the mixture with black pepper and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Step 7

Cover the mixture and allow it to chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes.

Step 8

While the meat is chilling, toast the whole grain bread slices until they are lightly golden.

Step 9

Serve the filet Americain over a bed of mixed baby greens accompanied with toasted bread slices.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	687.8 grams (687.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1255

Total Fat 64.20g	82%
Saturated Fat 15.60g	78%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.30g
Cholesterol 225mg	75%
Sodium 2086mg	91%
Total Carbohydrate 69.20g	25%
Dietary Fiber 14.00g	50%
Total Sugars 13.00g
Protein 101.60g	203%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 263mg	20%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 1895mg	40%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.8%

Protein: 32.2%

Carbs: 22.0%