Latin-American Filet Mignon with Avocado and Jicama Salsa (Tyler Florence) Recipe

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Latin-American Filet Mignon with Avocado and Jicama Salsa (Tyler Florence)
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  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Season filet mignon steaks generously with salt and pepper. In a heavy, ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until almost smoking. Pan-sear the steaks, only on 1 side, for 2 minutes until a crust forms. Transfer the pan to the oven and roast for 10 minutes or until cooked medium rare.
  2. To prepare the salsa: Toss together the tomatillo, jicama, avocado, red onion and grape tomatoes. Pour half the chimichurri sauce into the salsa and toss gently to coat. Serve the steaks, crust side up, with salsa and remaining chimichurri.
  3. Chimichurri:
  4. To prepare the Chimichurri: Combine garlic, jalapeno and lime in a small bowl. Whisk in vinegar and olive oil. Stir in parsley and cilantro. Add salt, cover and let stand 2 hours to allow the flavors to marry.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 1185.3 Kcal (4963 kJ)
Calories from fat 937.36 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 104.15g 160%
Cholesterol 23.81mg 8%
Sodium 1118.39mg 47%
Potassium 1853.97mg 39%
Total Carbs 59.43g 20%
Sugars 13.15g 53%
Dietary Fiber 33.75g 135%
Protein 17.3g 35%
Vitamin C 129.9mg 217%
Iron 7.3mg 40%
Calcium 121.9mg 12%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 149.21 Kcal (625 kJ)
Calories from fat 118 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13.11g 160%
Cholesterol 3mg 8%
Sodium 140.79mg 47%
Potassium 233.39mg 39%
Total Carbs 7.48g 20%
Sugars 1.65g 53%
Dietary Fiber 4.25g 135%
Protein 2.18g 35%
Vitamin C 16.4mg 217%
Iron 0.9mg 40%
Calcium 15.4mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 31.6
    Points
  • 32
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Total Fat

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