Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Asparagus
Tender beef tenderloin seared to perfection and roasted with fresh herbs and asparagus for a simple, elegant dinner. This american-inspired beef (low-carb) ready in about 29 minutes pairs beef tenderloin, asparagus, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz beef tenderloin
- 8 oz asparagus
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Trim excess fat from beef tenderloin and cut into 1-inch thick medallions. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Step 2: Toss asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, salt, and pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Arrange beef medallions on top.
- Step 3: Drizzle remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over beef, then sprinkle with rosemary, thyme, and remaining garlic clove. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step 4: Roast for 12-14 minutes until beef reaches 125°F for medium-rare, checking with an instant-read thermometer.
- Step 5: Rest beef for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 29 minutes (15 min prep + 14 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 Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Asparagus?
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 tenderloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Asparagus?
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 Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Asparagus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Asparagus low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.