Lemon Herb Pork Tenderloin
Juicy pork tenderloin marinated in lemon and herbs, roasted to perfection. This lean protein source delivers 43g protein per serving with minimal fat.
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Ingredients
- 2 pork tenderloins (1 lb each)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Fresh lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- 1
Make marinade
Whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, thyme, mustard, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- 2
Marinate pork
Place pork tenderloins in a dish and coat with marinade. Let sit for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours refrigerated.
- 3
Preheat oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove pork from marinade, reserve marinade.
- 4
Sear pork
Heat an oven-safe skillet over high heat. Sear pork on all sides until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
- 5
Roast
Transfer skillet to oven and roast for 15-20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- 6
Make pan sauce
Remove pork and tent with foil. Add reserved marinade and chicken broth to skillet, simmer for 3 minutes. Whisk in butter.
- 7
Slice and serve
Let pork rest 5 minutes, then slice. Drizzle with pan sauce and serve with lemon wedges and roasted vegetables.
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Everything you need to know about making this lemon herb pork tenderloin
How long does it take to make Lemon Herb Pork Tenderloin?
The listed total time is 40 minutes. Prep time is 15 minutes and cooking time is 25 minutes. Follow the instructions for any resting or chilling steps.
How many servings does this Lemon Herb Pork Tenderloin recipe make?
This recipe yields 4 servings.
What is the difficulty level of this Lemon Herb Pork Tenderloin recipe?
The listed difficulty level is medium.