*** Beef Tenderloin with Fresh Herb Sauce

• 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 medium garlic clove, smashed with knife and peeled
• 2 Tbsp water
• 1/2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp table salt, divided
• 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 spray cooking spray
• 8 oz raw, trimmed beef tenderloin (two 1-inch thick steaks)

In a blender or food processor, place parsley, cilantro, garlic, water, vinegar, oil, lemon juice, 1/4 tsp salt, and pepper. Blend on high, pulsing, until a smooth sauce is formed; set aside.

Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Sprinkle beef with remaining 1/4 tsp salt; add beef to skillet and cook, flipping once, about 7 to 8 minutes for medium, or longer for desired degree of doneness. Serve with sauce. Yields 1 steak and 1/3 cup sauce per serving.

5 WW PointsPlus per serving. Makes 2.