Ingredients:

(Serves 8 to 10)

Vinaigrette:

* 1 cup parsley leaves , loosely packed

* 1 cup basil leaves , loosely packed

* 1/2 cup mint leaves , loosely packed

* 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

* 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes , or more to taste

* 1 large clove garlic

* 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar

* 2/3 cup olive oil

* 1 teaspoon  salt , plus more to taste

Beef:

* 1 beef tenderloin , trimmed (about 2,5-3 Kg)

* 2 tablespoons olive oil

* 2 teaspoons salt

* 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper

Method:

To make vinaigrette: In a blender or the bowl of a food processor fitted with knife blade, combine herbs, red pepper flakes and garlic. Pulse until well chopped. Add vinegar and pulse to combine. With the motor running, slowly add 2/3 cup olive oil until vinaigrette is almost pureed. Add salt and adjust seasoning to taste. Transfer to a serving bowl and set aside.

To make beef: Preheat gas grill to medium-high, or prepare a charcoal grill for direct grilling over medium-high heat. Brush meat with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on grill, cover and cook 30 to 40 minutes, turning every 5 minutes. For rare beef, remove from grill when a meat thermometer reads 115° (120° for medium rare). Let sit 20 minutes; the temperature of the tenderloin will rise about 10 degrees and it will continue to cook. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature, topped with herb vinaigrette.

Note: The vinaigrette can be prepared several hours in advance of the beef.