Lime Broiled Pork Tenderloin Fabulous Easy
Experience the perfect balance of tangy and smoky flavors with this Lime Broiled Pork Tenderloin recipe—a fabulous and easy dish that’s sure to elevate your weeknight dinners or impress at your next gathering. Marinated in a zesty blend of fresh lime juice, honey, garlic, smoked paprika, and cumin, this tender pork is infused with bold, citrusy flavor in every bite. Broiled to perfection in under 20 minutes, the slightly caramelized exterior pairs beautifully with the juicy, flavorful interior. Serve it with your favorite sides and finish with a sprinkle of lime zest for a vibrant and effortless meal. Perfectly tender, quick to prepare, and absolutely delicious, this recipe is a must-try for pork lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound pork tenderloin
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, cumin powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and lime zest to make the marinade.
Trim any excess fat or silver skin from the pork tenderloin and place it in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
Pour the marinade over the pork tenderloin, ensuring it is evenly coated, and seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap.
Refrigerate the pork for at least 30 minutes, but preferably for 2-4 hours, to allow the flavors to meld.
Preheat your broiler to high and place an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Lightly grease the rack with cooking spray or a small amount of oil.
Remove the pork from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and place it on the prepared rack.
Broil the pork tenderloin for 8-10 minutes on one side, then flip it and broil for another 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) when tested with a meat thermometer.
Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into medallions.
Serve the pork tenderloin with your favorite sides and garnish with extra lime zest or wedges, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
979 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.3 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 308 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 3908 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.6 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 113.5 g | 227% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2362 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
