Bistro Beef Loin

By sunitagt

Per 3-oz. serving: 185 calories; 9 g fat ( 3 g sat , 4 g mono ); 67 mg cholesterol; 1 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 24 g protein; 0 g fiber; 178 mg sodium; 214 mg potassium.

Ingredients

• 1 3-pound beef tenderloin, trimmed of fat
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 2/3 cup chopped mixed fresh herbs, such as chives, parsley, chervil, tarragon, thyme
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

2. Tie kitchen string around tenderloin in three places so it doesn’t flatten while roasting. Rub the tenderloin with oil; pat on salt and pepper. Place in a large roasting pan.

3. Roast until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the tenderloin registers 140 degrees F for medium-rare, about 45 minutes, turning two or three times during roasting to ensure even cooking. Transfer to a cutting board; let rest for 10 minutes. Remove the string.

4. Place herbs on a large plate. Coat the tenderloin evenly with mustard; then roll in the herbs, pressing gently to adhere. Slice and serve.