Grilled Chili-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Grilled Chili-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin
30 min.
4
159kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that's bursting with flavor and easy to prepare? Look no further than this Grilled Chili-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin! Perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, this recipe is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also packs a punch with its bold spices and succulent meat.

The combination of brown sugar, chili powder, and cumin creates a delightful rub that caramelizes beautifully on the grill, giving the pork a mouthwatering crust while keeping the inside juicy and tender. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a meal that impresses family and friends alike, all while keeping it healthy with only 159 calories per serving.

Whether you're firing up the grill for a weekend barbecue or looking for a quick weeknight meal, this pork tenderloin is versatile enough to fit any occasion. Pair it with a fresh salad or your favorite grilled vegetables for a complete meal that’s sure to satisfy. So grab your grill, gather your ingredients, and get ready to enjoy a deliciously spicy dish that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons brown sugar packed
  • 1.5 teaspoons chili powder 
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • lb pork tenderloin 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small bowl, mix all ingredients except pork and oil.
  2. Brush pork with oil. Rub and press spice mixture on all sides of pork.
  3. Place pork on grill. Cover grill; cook over medium heat 17 to 20 minutes, turning several times, until pork has slight blush of pink in center and meat thermometer inserted in center reads 155F. Cover pork; let stand about 5 minutes or until thermometer reads 160F.
  4. Cut pork into slices.

Nutrition Facts

Calories159kcal
Protein61.36%
Fat31.28%
Carbs7.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.75
Glycemic Load
0.08
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
15.244347897561%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:158.93kcal
7.95%
Fat:5.36g
8.25%
Saturated Fat:1.54g
9.62%
Carbohydrates:2.84g
0.95%
Net Carbohydrates:2.49g
0.91%
Sugar:2.02g
2.24%
Cholesterol:73.71mg
24.57%
Sodium:654.18mg
28.44%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.66g
47.33%
Vitamin B1:1.12mg
74.69%
Selenium:34.68µg
49.54%
Vitamin B6:0.9mg
44.85%
Vitamin B3:7.62mg
38.09%
Phosphorus:281.71mg
28.17%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
23.07%
Zinc:2.19mg
14.59%
Potassium:476.27mg
13.61%
Vitamin B12:0.59µg
9.83%
Vitamin B5:0.96mg
9.63%
Iron:1.6mg
8.88%
Magnesium:34.04mg
8.51%
Copper:0.12mg
5.83%
Vitamin A:257.07IU
5.14%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.42%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.09%
Vitamin K:2.95µg
2.81%
Vitamin D:0.34µg
2.27%
Calcium:17.4mg
1.74%
Fiber:0.35g
1.38%