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    Grilled Beef Tenderloin Recipe

    Published: May 30, 2022 Modified: Dec 19, 2022 by Isabel Laessig

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    Juicy, tender, and richly flavorful, this easy Grilled Beef Tenderloin Recipe makes a perfect holiday meal. It takes just 30 minutes to make from start to finish, saving you time and room in your oven!

    Grilled beef tenderloin sliced on a cutting board

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    • Trimming Beef Tenderloin
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    Best Grilled Beef Tenderloin Recipe

    My family likes to refer to this recipe as Million Dollar Beef Tenderloin! It is that good! Just follow my directions and you too will be in love with this recipe. It is super easy to prepare and melts in your mouth with every bite.

    I love preparing this dish when we have company because it gives me the opportunity to prepare everything ahead of time and enjoy my guests.

    It was my first time making a beef tenderloin on the grill. Thank you for the awesome recipe. It was so easy to follow and turned out amazing. My family loved it.

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    Beef Tenderloin Recipes FAQs

    Are beef tenderloin and filet mignon the same thing?

    Filet mignon and beef tenderloin are both from the same cut of beef, but tenderloin is the whole cut, while filet mignon refers to steaks cut from the whole beef tenderloin.

    What is beef tenderloin?

    It is the most tender cut of beef you will ever taste. The tenderloin sitsĀ under the ribs, next to the backbone. Beef tenderloin is one of the most expensive cuts of beef but in my opinion it is well worth it.

    Beef Tenderloin on the Grill Recipe Ingredients

    • Whole Beef tenderloin
    • Rosemary
    • Thyme
    • Garlic powder
    • Sea salt
    • Pepper

    How to Grill Beef Tenderloin

    1. Bring beef tenderloin to room temperature by letting it sit out of the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour before cooking. Once ready to cook, preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
    2. Mix rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Sprinkle both sides of the beef with seasoning, patting it down to coat it well. If you prefer a stronger flavor, you can do this the night before and refrigerate the tenderloin overnight.
      Seasoned beef tenderloin on a cutting board
    3. Grill for 30 minutes with the lid closed. Check often with a meat thermometer. For medium-rare beef tenderloin, grill until beef reaches an internal temperature of 135°F or 145°F for medium.
      Beef tenderloin on the grill
    4. Let the beef rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve, and enjoy!
    Sliced beef tenderloin on a cutting board up close

    Best Beef Recipes Tips

    • Always let your beef reach room temperature before you grill it. It will cook more evenly throughout this way.
    • Use a meat thermometer for best results.
    • Let your beef rest for at least 10 minutes before you slice it.
    • Use sea salt instead of table salt for best results. Sea salt is flakier and will give your beef tenderloin on the grill a beautiful crust.
    • Don't forget, Garlic Butter makes everything better!
    • Try this dish with any of my Sauces for Beef Tenderloin!

    Beef Tenderloin Temperature

    Follow our Beef Tenderloin Temperature Chart to find the perfect temperature for your beef. Use a meat thermometer when grilling so you know exactly when to pull it off of the heat.

    chart showing slices of beef with temperatures - 125 for rare, 135 for medium-rare, 145 for medium, 150 for medium-well, 160 for well-done

    Trimming Beef Tenderloin

    Before grilling beef tenderloin, the beef should be trimmed of excess fat and the silver skin removed. You can ask your butcher to do this for you, or do it easily at home following our instructions!

    1. With your tenderloin laying flat, carefully cut just under the silver skin with your knife. Keep the blade close to the meat, without removing too much of the meat itself. Cut away from yourself.
    2. Pull the tissue tightly against the blade using your free hand for a clean cut. Cut through the tissue until you trim it off completely. Do the same for any large white sections on the beef, which is excess fat.
    Trimmed beef tenderloin on a cutting board

    Equipment for Grilling Beef Tenderloin

    • Grill and tongs
    • Meat thermometer for best results
    • Cutting board and carving knife
    • Small bowl to mix seasoning blend

    We always recommend using a meat thermometer to check the temperature of your beef when grilling. This will make it easy to know when your tenderloin is ready to take off the grill!

    Try more of the best beef cuts according to your needs and budget by following my guide on the Best Cuts of Beef and our Popular Beef Dishes!

    Sliced beef tenderloin with a side of sauce

    Best Beef Tenderloin Recipes

    • Roasted Beef Tenderloin
    • Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin

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    Grilled Beef Tenderloin Recipe

    Juicy, tender, and richly flavorful, this easy Grilled Beef Tenderloin Recipe makes a perfect holiday meal.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time30 mins
    Total Time35 mins
    Course: Beef Grilling Recipes
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: beef tenderloin on the grill, grilled beef tenderloin, grilling beef tenderloin
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 793kcal
    Author: Isabel Laessig

    Equipment

    • Grill

    Ingredients

    • 3 lb. beef tenderloin roast
    • 1 Tbsp. rosemary
    • 1 Tbsp. thyme
    • 2 Tbsp. garlic powder
    • 2 tsp. sea salt
    • 2 tsp. pepper

    See our Beef Temperature Chart for helpful tips on cooking any cut of beef!

    Instructions

    • Bring a 3 lb. beef tenderloin to room temperature by letting it sit out of the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour before cooking.
      Once ready to cook, preheat grill to medium-high heat.
      Mix 1 Tbsp. rosemary, 1 Tbsp. thyme, 2 Tbsp. garlic powder, 2 tsp. sea salt, and 2 tsp. black pepper in a bowl. Sprinkle both sides of the beef with seasoning, patting it down to coat it well.
      Seasoned beef tenderloin on a cutting board
    • Grill for 30 minutes with the lid closed. Check often with a meat thermometer. For medium rare, grill until beef reaches an internal temperature of 135°F or 145°F for medium.
      Beef tenderloin on the grill
    • Let the beef rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
      Serve, and enjoy!
      Sliced beef tenderloin on a cutting board

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    Notes

  • Always let your beef reach room temperature before you grill it. It will cook more evenly throughout this way.
  • Use a meat thermometer for best results.
  • Let your beef rest for at least 10 minutes before you slice it.
  • Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 793kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 59g | Fat: 59g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 27g | Cholesterol: 210mg | Sodium: 914mg | Fiber: 1g

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    About Isabel Laessig

    Isabel Laessig, better known as Family Foodie and the founder of the Sunday Supper Movement, is passionate about food and family! She is the author of the Boujee Steak Cookbook, and makes regular television appearances to spread her mission of bringing Sunday Supper back around the family table in every home.

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    Comments

    1. Domenic says

      August 08, 2021 at 10:16 pm

      You never mentioned anything about turning the fillet, would it be just once at 15 minutes, or every 5 to 10 minutes???

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      • Em Beitel says

        September 02, 2021 at 12:42 pm

        Hi Domenic! We recommend grilling with the lid closed so you do not have to turn the tenderloin. If you do want to flip it, do so at the 15 minute mark. Thank you for your question!

        Reply
    2. brenda says

      March 06, 2022 at 5:35 pm

      how long do i grill a 10 pound beef tenderlin

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      • Em Beitel says

        March 11, 2022 at 12:29 pm

        Hi Brenda! I would grill for about 2.5 hours with the lid closed (that's about 15 minutes per pound), but the most important step if you're grilling a tenderloin that large is to check the temperature periodically to make sure it's reaching the temp you want and isn't going to be overcooked. At the 2 hour mark I'd check the temperature, then check it again at 2.5 hours. Use our Beef Temperature Chart to find your desired degree of doneness and remove the beef from the heat 5 degrees below your desired doneness. Thank you for your question!

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    3. Larry D says

      October 13, 2022 at 5:49 am

      Hi, What temperature or setting range do you recommend the gas grill (BBQ) be set to as there's a wide temperature range from low to super hot. Also, on a multi-burner BBQ would you recommend turning off the burner that's directly under the tender loin and only burning the outer burners so it's indirect heat? Or do you leave all burners on?

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      • Em Beitel says

        December 22, 2022 at 11:51 am

        Hi Larry! I would recommend the grill be on medium heat. Yes, you can grill the tenderloin on indirect heat for best results (turning off the middle burner and using the 2 side burners if possible). Enjoy!

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    4. David priest says

      December 04, 2022 at 4:58 pm

      I wish to grill 2 tenderloins so that I have at least 8 pounds. I may have to leave one in the oven and one in a grill box. ( possibly one 4 lb and one 5 lb). My basic plan is a temp for both at 405 degrees...oven and grill box... how long should I plan on cooking? And silly question from a rookie cook but old person.... do I leave the meat thermometer in the meat or stick it in from time to time to test?

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      • Em Beitel says

        December 22, 2022 at 11:50 am

        Hi David! If you're able to have them both on the grill, they should grill just fine at the same time. For oven temps we have a Whole Beef Tenderloin recipe you may be interested in: https://bestbeefrecipes.com/whole-beef-tenderloin-recipe/ . Don't leave the thermometer in the roasts - just check in every 5 to 10 minutes towards the end of the cook time. For a 4 lb. tenderloin on the grill, grill for about 40 minutes - 50 for a 5 lb., but make sure you're checking the temp. For the roasted tenderloin, 15 minute sear at 450, then about 40 minutes at 325°F (4 pounds) or 50 minutes at 325°F (5 pounds).
        Enjoy!

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    5. SHERYL ESTRIDGE says

      December 13, 2022 at 10:55 am

      DO YOU USE FRESH HERBS OR DRIED ?

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      • Em Beitel says

        December 13, 2022 at 11:20 am

        Hi Sheryl! We used dried herbs. Enjoy!

        Reply

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