Stuffed Pork Tenderloin With Cilantro Lime Pesto

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 0
Stuffed Pork Tenderloin With Cilantro Lime Pesto - A Juicy Delight
in Entree

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloin
3 garlic cloves , minced
1/2 onion , cut into chunks
1/2 cup loosely packed chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon diced jalapeno
2 tablespoons corn oil
1/2 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
green chile picante sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
430
Sugar
1g
Fat
30g
Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Cilantro Lime Pesto is a delightful entree that is both tender and juicy. The combination of flavors creates a delicious bite full of zest. The cilantro and lime marries together perfectly to give the pork a fresh and herbaceous taste, while the jalapeno gives it a little bit of a kick. The Monterey Jack cheese filling melts in the middle to create a cheesy surprise. The pork is a great protein source and can be paired with different sides or sauces depending on your taste. It's a great dish for a dinner party or family meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2.Butterfly the pork tenderloin, slicing it lengthwise down the middle but not all the way through. Open it up and lay it flat.
3.In a food processor, combine garlic, onion, cilantro, lime juice, diced jalapeno, and corn oil. Pulse until it becomes a paste.
4.Spread the pesto mixture evenly over the pork tenderloin. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
5.Roll the pork tenderloin (it should look like a cylinder).
6.Place the stuffed pork tenderloin into an oven-safe dish. Cover with foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F.
7.Serve the stuffed pork tenderloin with green chile picante sauce on top.

PROS

The pork is juicy and flavorful with the pesto and cheese stuffing.

The dish is relatively easy to make and a perfect main course for a dinner party or family meal.

CONS

The dish can be high in calories and fat because of the cheese and oil.

The jalapenos can make the dish too spicy for some palates.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork tenderloin is a great source of protein and vitamin B12, which is essential for proper nervous system function.
Cilantro contains antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties that can help lower blood sugar levels.
Jalapenos contain capsaicin, which has been linked to boosting metabolism and reducing inflammation.

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