Description
Grilled Sesame-crusted Beef Tenderloin is a show-stopping dish that perfectly balances rich flavors and a stunning presentation. This recipe features tender beef coated in crunchy sesame seeds, topped with a creamy herb-infused sauce, and complemented by fresh avocado. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this delightful meal is sure to impress your guests. Easy to prepare and versatile in serving options, it pairs beautifully with sides like roasted vegetables or quinoa pilaf, making it a fantastic choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless beef tenderloin
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 avocado
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, mix sesame seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Coat the beef tenderloin evenly with the mixture.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grill the beef for about 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked to your liking. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- For the creamy sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, dill, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Dice the avocado and combine it with lime juice, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
- Serve sliced beef topped with avocado and drizzled with creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3 oz of cooked beef with sauce and avocado
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg