Dinner Tonight: Grilled Romesco-Style Pork

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
44%
Dinner Tonight: Grilled Romesco-Style Pork
45 min.
4
462kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that’s not only delicious but also gluten-free and dairy-free? Look no further than our Grilled Romesco-Style Pork! This vibrant and flavorful recipe combines the rich, smoky notes of roasted red peppers with the crunch of toasted almonds, creating a mouthwatering sauce that perfectly complements tender, juicy pork tenderloin.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves four, making it ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends. The combination of spices, including cayenne and paprika, adds a delightful kick, while the fresh baby arugula brings a peppery freshness that balances the dish beautifully. With a caloric breakdown that emphasizes protein and healthy fats, this dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also aligns with your health-conscious goals.

Imagine the aroma of garlic and almonds wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this dish, and the satisfaction of serving a meal that looks as good as it tastes. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this Grilled Romesco-Style Pork is sure to impress. So fire up the grill or your grill pan, and get ready to enjoy a delightful dinner tonight!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup almonds sliced
  • oz baby arugula 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • large garlic clove 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon paprika 
  • 1.5 pound pork tenderloin 
  • 12 oz roasted peppers red jarred rinsed cut into pieces
  • 0.3 cup sherry vinegar 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • grill
  • kitchen thermometer
  • slotted spoon
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Rub the tenderloin with a bit of oil, a pinch or two of salt, and a few turns of black pepper. Preheat a grill, or warm a grill pan over medium heat.
  2. Grill pork, in pieces if necessary to fit, until a thermometer reads 150°F, about 20-25 minutes.
  3. Warm the olive oil in a skillet and add the garlic, then the almonds, toasting until golden.
  4. Remove them from the oil with a slotted spoon.
  5. Add the paprika and cayenne to the oil, stirring constantly until infused into the oil, then add the vinegar and boil for 1 minute.
  6. Toss the arugula and peppers with the oil and vinegar dressing, top with the pork, then sprinkle almonds and garlic over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Calories462kcal
Protein34.03%
Fat58.86%
Carbs7.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.75
Glycemic Load
0.63
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
35.120434657387%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.28mg
Catechin
0.15mg
Epigallocatechin
0.3mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
1.83mg
Kaempferol
12.42mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
2.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:461.85kcal
23.09%
Fat:30.27g
46.58%
Saturated Fat:5.01g
31.29%
Carbohydrates:8.23g
2.74%
Net Carbohydrates:5.08g
1.85%
Sugar:1.28g
1.42%
Cholesterol:110.56mg
36.85%
Sodium:1264.62mg
54.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:39.38g
78.76%
Vitamin B1:1.74mg
115.83%
Vitamin B6:1.54mg
76.78%
Selenium:52.81µg
75.45%
Vitamin B3:12.27mg
61.37%
Vitamin C:45.92mg
55.66%
Phosphorus:510.45mg
51.04%
Vitamin K:49.66µg
47.3%
Vitamin B2:0.77mg
45.04%
Vitamin E:6.12mg
40.8%
Manganese:0.6mg
29.83%
Potassium:1029.85mg
29.42%
Vitamin A:1374.53IU
27.49%
Magnesium:104.65mg
26.16%
Zinc:3.91mg
26.04%
Copper:0.42mg
20.95%
Iron:3.52mg
19.58%
Vitamin B5:1.69mg
16.86%
Vitamin B12:0.88µg
14.74%
Calcium:139.59mg
13.96%
Folate:53.26µg
13.31%
Fiber:3.15g
12.59%
Vitamin D:0.51µg
3.4%