Grilled Sesame-Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Creamy Sauce
Grilled Sesame-Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Creamy Sauce is a quick and flavorful dish that elevates any dining experience. The tender beef, coated in a crunchy sesame seed crust, provides a delightful texture and nutty flavor, while the creamy sauce adds a refreshing contrast. Perfect for family dinners or special gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare and can be served with various sides like rice, roasted vegetables, or fresh salads. Impress your guests with this simple yet gourmet meal that promises to be a hit at your table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless 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 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 avocado, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, combine sesame seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Press the beef tenderloin into this mixture to coat evenly.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the coated tenderloin for 3-4 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
- For the creamy sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, dill, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix diced avocado with lime juice and salt.
- Serve sliced beef topped with avocado and drizzled with creamy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 ounces of beef with sauce and avocado
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg