**Succulent Pork Tenderloin and Vibrant Greek Salad: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors**
Indulge in a culinary journey that harmoniously blends the tender allure of pork tenderloin with the vibrant freshness of a Greek salad. This delectable dish, marinated in a tantalizing blend of garlic, lemon, and oregano, promises an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Accompanied by a crisp and refreshing Greek salad, adorned with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and Kalamata olives, this meal is a symphony of textures and flavors that will transport you to the sun-kissed shores of Greece. From the succulent pork tenderloin, infused with a medley of Mediterranean herbs, to the vibrant Greek salad, bursting with the essence of summer, this dish is a testament to the culinary artistry that awaits within.
MARINATED GREEK PORK TENDERLOIN
Greek Pork Tenderloin marinated with the Mediterranean flavors of olive oil, lemon, oregano, and loads of garlic, then topped with a finishing sauce after it's grilled. This dish is phenomenally delicious. Recipe can be doubled. If roasting in oven, use a large cast iron or ovenproof skillet to hold 2 tenderloins.
Provided by Natalie Gregory
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine marinade ingredients in a 2 cup measure and whisk until combined. I use a fork to whisk it together.
- Place tenderloin in a zip top bag. Pour 1/2 of marinade over pork. The remaining marinade will be our finishing sauce.
- Remove all the air in the bag and close. Swish it around so the marinade covers the tenderloin. Marinade for at least 1 hour, 2 - 3 hours is better, and 4 hours is perfect. Don't let it go for more than overnight or it will start to get mushy.
- Remove tenderloin from the fridge and let sit at room temperature while grill is heating.
- Preheat the grill to medium high heat.
- Remove tenderloin from bag allowing excess marinade to drip off. Discard marinade.
- Grill over direct heat for 15 - 20 minutes, covered, turning once halfway through. The temp should be at least 137 degrees and not more than 140 degrees. It will continue to cook as it rests and a slight pink interior is desired.
- Transfer pork to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Spoon any sauce from pan over pork. Serve.
- Let rest for 5 minutes on a cutting board. Slice and drizzle with reserved marinade. Enjoy.
- When ready to roast, set one oven rack on top position of oven and one rack on the bottom (lowest) position of oven.
- Preheat oven 425 degrees.
- Use a large cast iron skillet or other ovenproof skillet. Place tenderloin in skillet.
- Roast on bottom rack for 10 minutes. Remove skillet from oven and flip over tenderloin.
- Place skillet back onto bottom rack for another 10 minutes.
- Remove skillet from oven and check the temperature by placing a meat thermometer into thickest part of loin. It should read 137* - 140 degrees. If not, place back in the oven for a few minutes.
- Transfer pork to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Spoon any sauce from pan over pork. Serve.
GREEK-MARINATED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH TZATZIKI
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- For the pork marinade, place the vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper into a gallon sized ziploc bag. Close the bag and use hands to mix the marinade together in the bag. Add the pork and marinate for up to 4 hours. Allow pork to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before grilling.
- For the tzatziki, place the diced cucumber in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. In a mixing bowl, mix together the cucumber, yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and dill. Season with kosher salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
- For the tomato and artichoke salad, gently combine the tomatoes, artichokes, feta, olives, onion, garlic, oregano, and dill in a mixing bowl. Season with kosher salt and pepper to taste. Let stand at room temperature for at least an hour before serving.
- Grill the pork on medium heat for 20-30 minutes, rotating the pork every ten minutes or so. Allow the pork to rest for 10 minutes before cutting into 1/2 inch-thick slices.
- To serve, place a few slices of pork in the middle of the pita and add some of the tomato and artichoke salad and tzatziki sauce on top. Fold up pita and enjoy!
MARINATED GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN
Steps:
- Trim the tenderloins of all fat and silverskin. Place them in a shallow baking dish large enough to hold them without crowding.
- Combine the soy sauce, sherry, honey, vinegar, oil, and orange juice in a medium bowl, whisking until well blended. Stir in the rosemary, shallots, and ginger. Pour the mixture over the tenderloins. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to marinate at room temperature for 2 hours.
- Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan.
- Remove the pork from the marinade, shaking off any excess. Place the tenderloins on the grill and cook, turning frequently, for about 18 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 155 degrees F. Transfer to a platter and allow the meat to rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Meanwhile, place the marinade in a small saucepan over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
- Slice the pork into 1/4 inch-thick slices, spoon the hot marinade over the pork. Serve with a tossed salad.
HERB-MARINATED PORK TENDERLOINS
For a healthy main course, try Ina Garten's Herb-Marinated Pork Tenderloins recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network � herbs add great flavor without fat.
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories main-dish
Time 3h35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, 1/2 cup olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, mustard, and 2 teaspoons salt in a sturdy 1-gallon resealable plastic bag. Add the pork tenderloins and turn to coat with the marinade. Squeeze out the air and seal the bag. Marinate the pork in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours but preferably overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Remove the tenderloins from the marinade and discard the marinade but leave the herbs that cling to the meat. Sprinkle the tenderloins generously with salt and pepper. Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large oven-proof saute pan over medium-high heat. Sear the pork tenderloins on all sides until golden brown. Place the saute pan in the oven and roast the tenderloins for 10 to 15 minutes or until the meat registers 137 degrees F at the thickest part. Transfer the tenderloins to a platter and cover tightly with aluminum foil. Allow to rest for 10 minutes. Carve in 1/2-inch-thick diagonal slices. The thickest part of the tenderloin will be quite pink (it's just fine!) and the thinnest part will be well done. Season with salt and pepper and serve warm, or at room temperature with the juices that collect in the platter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calorie, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 147 milligrams, Sodium 461 milligrams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Protein 48 grams, Sugar 0 grams
GRECIAN PORK TENDERLOIN
Lean and tender, pork tenderloins are perfect for the grill. This zesty marinade makes tenderloins even more tender than they already are.
Provided by Dave Nash
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek
Time 2h45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place lime juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and oregano in a large resealable plastic bag. Shake sealed bag until ingredients are well mixed. Taste the marinade for tartness. If too tart, add a little more oil. Not enough zing, add more lime. The garlic and salt flavors should also be up front, yet not overpowering. Place tenderloins in the bag, seal, and turn to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 to 5 hours.
- Preheat grill for medium heat.
- Lightly oil the grill grate, and discard marinade. Grill tenderloins for 20 to 30 minutes, turning once, or to desired doneness.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 65.5 mg, Fat 31.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 829.2 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
MARINATED GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN
This is a wonderful tenderloin that tastes best when marinated for 24 hours.
Provided by Donna Leigh
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Tenderloin Recipes
Time P1DT30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk honey, soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, ginger, ketchup, garlic, parsley, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and cinnamon in a bowl; pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add pork, coat with marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove pork from the marinade, and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
- Cook the pork tenderloins on preheated grill until no longer pink in the center, 20 to 30 minutes, turning occasionally. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Carbohydrate 28.1 g, Cholesterol 94.7 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 31.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 1120.6 mg, Sugar 25.2 g
LEMON-GARLIC PORK TENDERLOIN
I enjoy grilling, so I worked hard to develop marinades and sauces to accompany the meats. This blend of tangy lemon and savory garlic mixes perfectly with pork.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a resealable plastic bag, combine the oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., Drain and discard marinade. Grill, covered, over medium heat for about 13-14 minutes on each side or until juices run clear and a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Use a sharp knife to slice the pork tenderloin. This will help to ensure that the meat is cooked evenly.
- Marinate the pork tenderloin for at least 30 minutes. This will help to infuse the meat with flavor.
- Cook the pork tenderloin over medium heat. This will help to prevent the meat from drying out.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork tenderloin is cooked to the desired doneness. For medium-rare, cook the meat to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. For medium, cook the meat to an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the pork tenderloin rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This will help to ensure that the juices redistribute throughout the meat.
- Serve the pork tenderloin with your favorite sides. Some popular options include roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a salad.
Conclusion:
Pork tenderloin marinated in garlic, lemon, and oregano is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. It is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The Greek salad is a refreshing and healthy side dish that complements the pork tenderloin perfectly.
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