Dogman's Rustic Beef and Mushroom Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette
A hearty French salad featuring tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and a bold red wine vinaigrette that echoes the film's gritty atmosphere. This french-inspired salads ready in about 60 minutes pairs beef sirloin, cremini mushrooms, red wine into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz beef sirloin
- 12 oz cremini mushrooms
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 cups mixed greens
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season 8 oz beef sirloin with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Sear in a cast-iron skillet over high heat for 3 minutes per side until medium-rare; transfer to a baking dish and roast for 10 minutes. Let rest, then slice into 1/2-inch strips.
- Step 2: In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced into 1/4-inch pieces, and sauté for 6-8 minutes until golden and tender. Stir in 1 tbsp thyme and 1/4 tsp pepper.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk 1/2 cup red wine, 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp olive oil, and remaining 1/2 tsp salt. Pour over the mushrooms and beef, tossing to coat.
- Step 4: Arrange 4 cups mixed greens on a platter, top with beef and mushrooms, and drizzle with the vinaigrette. Garnish with thyme sprigs.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Dogman's Rustic Beef and Mushroom Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Dogman's Rustic Beef and Mushroom Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef sirloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Dogman's Rustic Beef and Mushroom Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Dogman's Rustic Beef and Mushroom Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Dogman's Rustic Beef and Mushroom Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette?
French salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
