Barbecue-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin With Pineapple Salad

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 2
Barbecue-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin With Pineapple Salad
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/4 lbs pork tenderloin
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons dried ancho chile powder ( or other chili powder )
kosher salt
pepper
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can black beans , rinsed
1/2 small pineapple , peeled , cored and cut into small pieces
1 red bell pepper , thinly sliced
1 jalapeno , thinly sliced and seeded , if desired
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
357
Sugar
10g
Fat
9g
This Barbecue-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin With Pineapple Salad recipe is a great option for a healthy and flavorful meal. The pork tenderloin is rubbed with a spicy blend of brown sugar and chili powder and then roasted to perfection in the oven. The pineapple salad is a refreshing side dish that is bursting with flavor and nutrients. This recipe is perfect for a summertime barbecue or for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Serve with your favorite side dishes or enjoy on its own for a well-rounded and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 450°F.
2.Mix together brown sugar, chile powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl.
3.Season pork all over with the spice rub.
4.Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
5.Add pork and brown on all sides, about 4 minutes.
6.Transfer skillet to oven and roast pork until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 145°F, 10 to 12 minutes.
7.Transfer pork to a cutting board, cover with foil and let rest for 5 minutes.
8.Mix together lime juice and a pinch of salt in a large bowl.
9.Stir in black beans, pineapple, bell pepper, jalapeno, and cilantro.
10.Season with salt and pepper to taste.
11.Slice pork and serve with the pineapple salad.

PROS

This recipe is a simple and flavorful way to prepare pork tenderloin.

The pineapple salad is a refreshing and healthy side dish that pairs perfectly with the pork.

This recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free.

CONS

The spice rub for the pork may be too spicy for some individuals.

The pineapple salad may not appeal to those who do not enjoy sweet and savory combinations.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork tenderloin is a lean source of protein that is low in fat and high in essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B12 and zinc.
Pineapple is a good source of vitamin C, which supports immune function, and bromelain, an enzyme that aids in digestion. Black beans are a good source of fiber and plant-based protein.

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