Spiced Pork Tenderloin and Avocado Salsa

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
18%
Spiced Pork Tenderloin and Avocado Salsa

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This spiced pork tenderloin with avocado salsa is a delicious and healthy dish that's perfect for a summer evening. The pork is rubbed with a blend of salt, allspice, and cayenne, giving it a nice kick, while the avocado salsa adds a creamy and refreshing touch. It's a simple dish to prepare, but it's sure to impress your family and friends.

The pork tenderloin is a lean and versatile cut of meat that's perfect for grilling or roasting. In this recipe, we're going to brown the pork in a skillet before finishing it in the oven. This ensures that the pork is juicy and flavorful. The salsa is made with fresh avocados, tomatoes, red onion, and lime juice. It's the perfect accompaniment to the spiced pork, adding a burst of flavor and color to the dish.

This recipe is not only delicious but also nutritious. Pork tenderloin is a good source of protein, and the avocado salsa provides healthy fats and vitamins. This dish is also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions. So, if you're looking for a tasty and healthy meal to add to your repertoire, this spiced pork tenderloin with avocado salsa is definitely one to try!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon ground pepper 
  • 2.5 tablespoons coarse salt 
  • tablespoon ground allspice 
  • tablespoon cooking oil 
  • 2.3 pound pork tenderloin 
  • servings salsa 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Stir together salt, allspice, and cayenne. Pat pork dry and sprinkle spice rub all over pork, pressing to adhere.
  3. Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then brown pork, 1 tenderloin at a time, on all sides, about 1 minute each.
  4. Transfer as browned to a large roasting pan and arrange 2 inches apart.
  5. Roast in middle of oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted diagonally 2 inches into center of each tenderloin registers 155°F, 20 to 25 minutes.
  6. Let pork stand 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Calories239kcal
Protein61.09%
Fat33.18%
Carbs5.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.83
Glycemic Load
0.15
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
22.960000032964%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:239.3kcal
11.97%
Fat:8.63g
13.28%
Saturated Fat:2.24g
14%
Carbohydrates:3.35g
1.12%
Net Carbohydrates:2.33g
0.85%
Sugar:1.31g
1.45%
Cholesterol:110.56mg
36.85%
Sodium:3206.24mg
139.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:35.75g
71.49%
Vitamin B1:1.69mg
112.35%
Selenium:51.94µg
74.19%
Vitamin B6:1.38mg
69%
Vitamin B3:11.7mg
58.51%
Phosphorus:427.15mg
42.71%
Vitamin B2:0.59mg
34.81%
Potassium:778.87mg
22.25%
Zinc:3.28mg
21.89%
Vitamin B5:1.49mg
14.88%
Vitamin B12:0.88µg
14.74%
Magnesium:53.42mg
13.35%
Iron:1.94mg
10.8%
Vitamin A:509.15IU
10.18%
Vitamin E:1.42mg
9.48%
Copper:0.18mg
9.15%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.68%
Fiber:1.02g
4.07%
Vitamin K:3.68µg
3.5%
Vitamin D:0.51µg
3.4%
Calcium:28.81mg
2.88%
Vitamin C:1.64mg
1.98%
Source:Epicurious