Mediterranean Diet Porchetta
Elevate your culinary repertoire with this irresistible Mediterranean Diet Porchetta—a flavor-packed twist on the classic Italian dish, tailored to fit a health-conscious lifestyle. Featuring tender, juicy pork belly rolled with a vibrant blend of olive oil, lemon zest, garlic, and fresh Mediterranean herbs like rosemary, thyme, and sage, this recipe exudes bold, aromatic flavors in every bite. Fennel seeds and red pepper flakes add a subtle spice, while a roasted finish ensures perfectly crisp skin. Prepared in just 30 minutes with a slow roast for optimal richness, this porchetta is ideal for serving at dinner gatherings or as a special treat for family meals. Complete your plate with roasted vegetables or a refreshing salad for a wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired balance. Perfect keywords for this recipe include Mediterranean diet, porchetta, roasted pork belly, healthy Italian recipes, and herb-seasoned pork.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 pounds pork belly
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 8 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage
- 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Lay the pork belly skin-side down on a clean work surface.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, and sage, fennel seeds, black pepper, sea salt, and red pepper flakes.
Spread the herb and spice mixture evenly over the meat side of the pork belly.
Carefully roll the pork belly tightly into a log, and secure it with kitchen twine at 1-inch intervals to maintain its shape.
Place the rolled porchetta on a roasting rack set inside a roasting pan.
Roast in the preheated oven for about 3 hours, until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the porchetta from the oven and let it rest for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
Slice and serve the porchetta with a side of roasted vegetables or a light salad to keep in line with the Mediterranean diet.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
12338 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1259.3 g | 1614% | |
| Saturated Fat | 446.5 g | 2232% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1633 mg | 544% | |
| Sodium | 15619 mg | 679% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 215.2 g | 430% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 3193 mg | 68% | |
*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.
