Grilled Caribbean Pork Tenderloin

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Grilled Caribbean Pork Tenderloin
60 min.
4
223kcal

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Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our Grilled Caribbean Pork Tenderloin! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful explosion of flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to the tropics. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a healthy yet indulgent meal.

The star of this dish is the succulent pork tenderloin, marinated in a tantalizing spice rub featuring aromatic cinnamon, earthy cumin, and a hint of cayenne pepper for that perfect kick. Grilling the pork to perfection ensures a juicy interior with a slight blush of pink, making every bite a tender delight. To complement the savory richness of the pork, we serve it alongside a refreshing medley of assorted fresh fruits, including sweet mango, juicy grapes, and fragrant papaya. This colorful fruit mixture not only adds a burst of freshness but also balances the spices beautifully.

Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or simply looking to elevate your weeknight dinner, this Grilled Caribbean Pork Tenderloin is sure to impress. With a preparation time of just 60 minutes, you can easily whip up this delicious main course that serves four. So fire up the grill, gather your ingredients, and get ready to savor a dish that embodies the spirit of the Caribbean!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • cups wedges honeydew melon fresh assorted (such as cantaloupe, honeydew melon, grapes, papaya and mango)
  • teaspoons garlic salt 
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoons ground cumin 
  • teaspoons nutmeg 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • teaspoons juice of lime 
  • 1.3 pounds pork tenderloin 

Equipment

  • grill
  • kitchen thermometer
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Mix all Fruit ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
  2. Mix all Spice Rub ingredients.
  3. Place pork in heavy-duty resealable food-storage plastic bag.
  4. Sprinkle with Spice Rub. Turn bag several times to coat pork. Seal bag; refrigerate 15 minutes.
  5. Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat.
  6. Remove pork from bag. Cover and grill pork 4 to 6 inches from medium heat 15 to 20 minutes, turning frequently, until pork has slight blush of pink in center and meat thermometer inserted in center reads 160F.
  7. Serve with fruit mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories223kcal
Protein54.54%
Fat25.67%
Carbs19.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36
Glycemic Load
0.47
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
22.366956710815%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin
0.03mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:223.14kcal
11.16%
Fat:6.34g
9.75%
Saturated Fat:2.27g
14.16%
Carbohydrates:10.99g
3.66%
Net Carbohydrates:8.84g
3.22%
Sugar:7.58g
8.43%
Cholesterol:92.14mg
30.71%
Sodium:2418.43mg
105.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.29g
60.57%
Vitamin B1:1.44mg
96.32%
Selenium:43.75µg
62.49%
Vitamin B6:1.18mg
58.86%
Vitamin B3:9.88mg
49.38%
Phosphorus:369.59mg
36.96%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.28%
Potassium:805.07mg
23%
Manganese:0.44mg
21.93%
Vitamin C:16.07mg
19.48%
Zinc:2.9mg
19.36%
Iron:3.06mg
17.03%
Magnesium:59.03mg
14.76%
Vitamin B5:1.33mg
13.26%
Vitamin B12:0.74µg
12.28%
Copper:0.19mg
9.62%
Fiber:2.14g
8.58%
Calcium:52.8mg
5.28%
Folate:18.28µg
4.57%
Vitamin K:3.46µg
3.29%
Vitamin E:0.47mg
3.15%
Vitamin D:0.43µg
2.83%
Vitamin A:136.59IU
2.73%