Roast Pork Tenderloin with Spicy Apple-Green Chile Salsa

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
23%
Roast Pork Tenderloin with Spicy Apple-Green Chile Salsa
20 min.
4
354kcal

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If you’re searching for a tantalizing dish that combines savory flavors with a touch of sweetness, look no further than this Roast Pork Tenderloin with Spicy Apple-Green Chile Salsa! This delightful meal is perfect for any occasion—be it a family dinner, a cozy lunch, or an impressive entrée for guests. Not only is it gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences, but it's also incredibly quick to prepare, ready in just 20 minutes.

This recipe features succulent pork tenderloin, rubbed with aromatic spices such as chili powder and cumin, delivering a flavorful punch. The pièce de résistance, however, is the vibrant salsa, marrying the tartness of Granny Smith apples with the heat from jalapeños and chopped green chiles. The combination of fresh cilantro and a splash of cider vinegar adds brightness and depth, making each bite of pork burst with flavor.

What sets this dish apart is its balance—tender, juicy meat complemented by a spicy, tangy accompaniment. Whether you serve it with buttered potatoes and a fresh salad or alongside your favorite grains, this roast pork tenderloin will leave your taste buds wanting more. Trust us, this meal will become a staple in your culinary repertoire, impressing not just your palate but also anyone you share it with!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth 
  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin 
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • cloves garlic minced
  • medium apples i use 2 granny smith apples diced unpeeled
  • 4.5 ounce to 2 chilies slit green chopped canned
  •  jalapeno seeded chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 1.5 pound pork tenderloin 
  • small onion red chopped
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt 
  • tablespoon sugar 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • roasting pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Rub the pork with the chili powder, cumin, and 1 1/4 teaspoons of the salt. In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.
  2. Add the pork and brown on all sides.
  3. Transfer the pork to a roasting pan; set aside. In the same skillet, over medium heat, add the remaining olive oil.
  4. Add the apples, red onion, garlic, and vinegar and cook 5 to 8 minutes or until the apples and onion are translucent.
  5. Add the broth, chilies, jalapeno, sugar, black pepper, cilantro, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Stir and cook, uncovered, over medium-low heat until the apples are tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
  6. Add the red pepper during the last 5 minutes of cooking; set aside. While the salsa cooks, roast the pork for 20 to 25 minutes.
  7. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing.
  8. Serve with the salsa, buttered potatoes, and a leaf salad.

Nutrition Facts

Calories354kcal
Protein41.07%
Fat34.31%
Carbs24.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
75.02
Glycemic Load
6.21
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
25.352609126464%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.43mg
Peonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
1.18mg
Epigallocatechin
0.24mg
Epicatechin
6.85mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.17mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.17mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.31mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
10.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:354.03kcal
17.7%
Fat:13.42g
20.64%
Saturated Fat:3.04g
18.99%
Carbohydrates:21.65g
7.22%
Net Carbohydrates:17.55g
6.38%
Sugar:15.06g
16.73%
Cholesterol:111.15mg
37.05%
Sodium:1187.86mg
51.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.13g
72.27%
Vitamin B1:1.71mg
114.19%
Selenium:52.18µg
74.55%
Vitamin B6:1.42mg
70.94%
Vitamin B3:11.56mg
57.82%
Phosphorus:439.89mg
43.99%
Vitamin B2:0.63mg
37.31%
Potassium:854.6mg
24.42%
Zinc:3.35mg
22.36%
Vitamin C:15.05mg
18.24%
Fiber:4.1g
16.41%
Vitamin B5:1.55mg
15.49%
Vitamin B12:0.89µg
14.84%
Magnesium:57.04mg
14.26%
Vitamin E:1.92mg
12.82%
Iron:2.22mg
12.35%
Vitamin K:11.88µg
11.31%
Copper:0.21mg
10.52%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.63%
Vitamin A:333.63IU
6.67%
Vitamin D:0.51µg
3.4%
Calcium:32.89mg
3.29%
Folate:9.96µg
2.49%
Source:My Recipes