Spinach, Pesto, and Feta-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Chunky Tomato Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
21%
Spinach, Pesto, and Feta-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Chunky Tomato Sauce
31 min.
4
259kcal

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Discover a delightful way to elevate your dinner table with our Spinach, Pesto, and Feta-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin, served alongside a vibrant chunky tomato sauce. This dish is not just a feast for the eyes, but also a celebration of flavors that will invigorate your taste buds. With the combination of tender pork, creamy feta, and the vibrant freshness of spinach, every bite promises to be a culinary delight.

This recipe is thoughtfully designed to accommodate various dietary preferences, being gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to enjoy a hearty meal without compromising on their dietary needs. Plus, it's ready in just 31 minutes, making it perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner or a special lunch to impress family and friends.

The succulent pork tenderloin is filled with a rich sun-dried tomato pesto that complements the savory feta and fresh spinach perfectly. As it bakes, the dish bathes in the warmth of roasted tomatoes, creating a beautifully rustic presentation that’s as satisfying to look at as it is to eat. Serve this stunning creation with the chunky tomato sauce for an added layer of flavor, making this dish a memorable option for any occasion. Dive into this culinary adventure and bring a touch of gourmet to your home cooking!

Ingredients

  • cup baby spinach 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 14.5 ounce canned tomatoes diced with balsamic vinegar, basil, and olive oil (such as hunt's), undrained canned
  • ounce feta cheese with basil and sun-dried tomatoes crumbled
  • pound pork tenderloin trimmed
  • 0.3 cup sun-dried tomato pesto (such as Classico)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • baking pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 50
  2. Cut pork lengthwise, cutting to, but not through, other side. Open halves, laying pork flat.
  3. Place pork halves between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; pound to an even thickness using a meat mallet or small heavy skillet.
  4. Spread pesto evenly down length of tenderloin; top with spinach and feta. Close tenderloin; secure at intervals with wooden picks (about 12).
  5. Place pork in a 13 x 9-inch baking pan coated with cooking spray. Coat pork with cooking spray; sprinkle evenly with pepper.
  6. Pour tomatoes around pork in pan.
  7. Bake at 500 for 22 minutes or until a thermometer registers 160 (slightly pink).
  8. Let stand 5 minutes. Discard wooden picks; cut pork into 8 slices.
  9. Serve roasted tomatoes over pork.

Nutrition Facts

Calories259kcal
Protein43.69%
Fat15.86%
Carbs40.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36
Glycemic Load
9.73
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
20.932608448941%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.48mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:259.32kcal
12.97%
Fat:4.19g
6.45%
Saturated Fat:1.2g
7.5%
Carbohydrates:24.06g
8.02%
Net Carbohydrates:22.49g
8.18%
Sugar:19.3g
21.45%
Cholesterol:74.95mg
24.98%
Sodium:239.72mg
10.42%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.98g
51.97%
Vitamin B1:1.18mg
78.34%
Selenium:35.4µg
50.57%
Vitamin B6:0.92mg
45.98%
Vitamin B3:8.28mg
41.38%
Vitamin K:39.48µg
37.6%
Phosphorus:328.72mg
32.87%
Vitamin B2:0.44mg
25.7%
Potassium:854.17mg
24.4%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.28%
Vitamin A:865.88IU
17.32%
Iron:2.89mg
16.06%
Zinc:2.41mg
16.05%
Magnesium:62.84mg
15.71%
Copper:0.24mg
12.04%
Vitamin B5:1.11mg
11.14%
Vitamin B12:0.58µg
9.64%
Vitamin C:5.47mg
6.64%
Calcium:64.2mg
6.42%
Fiber:1.56g
6.26%
Folate:19.39µg
4.85%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.69%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
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