Greek-Style Marinated Pork With Lemon Rice

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Greek-Style Marinated Pork With Lemon Rice
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

1 hour 30 min

Ready In

1 hour 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup grape juice
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
6 minced garlic cloves
salt and pepper
2 lbs boneless pork loin
1 onion , sliced
2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
2 bay leaves , crumpled ( optional but good to add )
2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups rice
3 cups good quality chicken broth
1 lemon
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
584
Sugar
3g
Fat
28g
This Greek-Style Marinated Pork With Lemon Rice is a delicious and easy meal that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. The marinade provides a sweet and tangy flavor to the pork, and the lemon rice is a refreshing and flavorful side dish. This dish has a Mediterranean flair and is a great way to switch up your dinner routine. The use of boneless pork loin makes this dish leaner than other cuts of pork, while the combination of spices and aromatics imparts a complex and delicious flavor.

Instructions

1.Combine olive oil, lemon juice, grape juice, red wine vinegar, 4 minced garlic cloves, salt, and pepper in a large resealable bag. Add pork, seal, and shake to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
2.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
3.Remove pork from marinade and place in a baking dish. Add onion, remaining garlic, Italian seasoning, basil, and bay leaves. Cut butter into small pieces and place on top of the pork and onions.
4.Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork has reached 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
5.While the pork is baking, prepare the lemon rice. Combine rice, chicken broth, zest and juice of one lemon, salt, and pepper in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and cover with a lid. Cook for 18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
6.Serve the pork over the lemon rice, and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is full of flavor and easy to make.
The marinade provides a tangy and slightly sweet flavor to the pork, and the lemon rice complements it perfectly.
Pork is also a good source of protein.

CONS

Pork loin can be dry if overcooked, so it’s important to use a meat thermometer to ensure it’s cooked to the proper internal temperature.
This dish is also relatively high in fat due to the use of pork and butter.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a good source of protein, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12. It’s also high in zinc, which is important for immune function. The garlic used in the marinade has been linked to numerous health benefits, including boosting the immune system and supporting heart health. Lemon and grape juice contain antioxidants that can protect against chronic disease.

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