From bacon to tenderloin, pork is a versatile meat that can satisfy just about every taste and diet out there. And if it’s nutrition that concerns you, opt for a lean tenderloin. The average 3oz serving of lean pork loin contains more than 20 grams of protein with as little as 3 grams of fat, making it just as lean as the average boneless, skinless chicken breast.
Short on time? Pork loin is one of those fix it and forget it dishes. Simply season it with your favorite fresh herbs and seasoning then toss it in the oven. Top it off with a nut crust like pistachios or pecans and enjoy even more nutritional benefits and healthy fats.
| Prep Time | 10 minutes |
| Cook Time | 50-60 minutes |
| Servings |
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Ingredients
- 1 2lb Pork Loin
- 1 Tb Honey
- 1 Tb Dijon Mustard
- 1/4 C Chopped fresh herbs such as rosemary, parsley, thyme and sage
- 1/4 C Pistachios Shelled and chopped fine
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°
- Place pork loin in a greased roasting pan.
- Mix honey and dijon mustard together in a small bowl. Using a pastry brush, coat the top of the pork loin with the honey mustard mix.
- Mix chopped herbs and chopped pistachios together in a small bowl. Apply a thick coating of herb/nut mixture to the top and sides of pork loin.
- Place coated pork loin in oven and bake at 400° for 10 minutes
- Reduce temperature to 350° and bake for an additional 20 minutes per pound or until internal temperature reaches 160°
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