Italian Roasted Pork Tenderloin

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Italian Roasted Pork Tenderloin
45 min.
6
144kcal

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Indulge in the savory flavors of Italy with this delightful Italian Roasted Pork Tenderloin recipe, perfect for any meal of the day. Whether you're planning a cozy family dinner or a festive lunch gathering, this dish is sure to impress your guests with its mouthwatering aroma and tender texture. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can enjoy a delicious, gluten-free, and dairy-free main course without spending hours in the kitchen.

The star of this recipe is the succulent pork tenderloin, which is seasoned with a fragrant blend of crushed fennel seeds, garlic, and a hint of pepper. This simple yet flavorful paste elevates the natural taste of the pork, creating a dish that is both satisfying and healthy. Each serving contains only 144 calories, making it a guilt-free option for those mindful of their dietary choices.

As the pork roasts in the oven, it develops a beautiful golden crust while remaining juicy and tender on the inside. The slight blush of pink in the center is a sign of perfectly cooked meat, ensuring a delightful dining experience. Pair this roasted pork tenderloin with your favorite sides, and you have a meal that is not only delicious but also visually appealing. Get ready to savor the taste of Italy right in your own home!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon fennel seeds crushed
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • 1.5 lb pork tenderloin 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. Spray rack of roasting pan with cooking spray. In small bowl, mash all ingredients except pork into a paste, using spoon. Rub paste over pork.
  2. Place pork on rack in shallow roasting pan. Insert meat thermometer so tip is in center of thickest part of pork.
  3. Bake uncovered about 35 minutes or until pork has slight blush of pink in center and meat thermometer reads 160°F.

Nutrition Facts

Calories144kcal
Protein67.97%
Fat31.15%
Carbs0.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.33
Glycemic Load
0.06
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
14.389999915319%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:144.24kcal
7.21%
Fat:4.78g
7.36%
Saturated Fat:1.46g
9.1%
Carbohydrates:0.31g
0.1%
Net Carbohydrates:0.21g
0.08%
Sugar:0.01g
0.01%
Cholesterol:73.71mg
24.57%
Sodium:253.01mg
11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.48g
46.97%
Vitamin B1:1.12mg
74.36%
Selenium:34.44µg
49.19%
Vitamin B6:0.87mg
43.74%
Vitamin B3:7.51mg
37.55%
Phosphorus:277.27mg
27.73%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.56%
Zinc:2.13mg
14.23%
Potassium:451.63mg
12.9%
Vitamin B12:0.59µg
9.83%
Vitamin B5:0.95mg
9.53%
Magnesium:31.53mg
7.88%
Iron:1.15mg
6.38%
Copper:0.11mg
5.27%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.31%
Vitamin D:0.34µg
2.27%
Vitamin E:0.31mg
2.08%
Vitamin K:1.52µg
1.45%
Calcium:10.19mg
1.02%