Herb-Rubbed Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Garlic

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Tender beef tenderloin coated in a savory herb crust, served with roasted garlic and green beans. This american-inspired beef (keto) ready in about 50 minutes pairs (1.36 kg) beef tenderloin, finely chopped rosemary, finely chopped thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Trim beef tenderloin of excess fat, then rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Step 2: Mix rosemary, thyme, and minced garlic with remaining olive oil. Rub evenly over beef, then place on a wire rack over a baking sheet.
  3. Step 3: Roast for 25-30 minutes for medium-rare (internal temp 125°F/52°C), tenting with foil while resting.
  4. Step 4: While beef rests, toss green beans with 1 tbsp olive oil and roast on the same sheet pan for 15 minutes until crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Slice beef thinly, serve with green beans and garlic cloves roasted in the pan.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Herb-Rubbed Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Garlic take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 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 Herb-Rubbed Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Garlic?

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 (1.36 kg) beef tenderloin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Rubbed Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Garlic?

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 Herb-Rubbed Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Garlic 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.

Is Herb-Rubbed Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Garlic keto?

Yes — this recipe is tagged keto based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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