Pork Tenderloin Spinach Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Pork Tenderloin Spinach Salad, a hearty and flavor-packed dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Tender, juicy pork tenderloin is expertly seasoned with garlic, paprika, and a touch of olive oil, then seared and roasted to perfection. It’s served atop a vibrant base of fresh baby spinach, sweet cherry tomatoes, red onions, and creamy feta cheese. A tangy balsamic, honey, and Dijon mustard vinaigrette ties everything together, balancing savory and sweet flavors in every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes and perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner, this salad is a satisfying blend of lean protein and fresh veggies that will impress your taste buds. Ideal for meal prep or a quick, gourmet-style meal at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Pork tenderloin
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 6 cups Baby spinach
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
- 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Trim any excess fat or silver skin from the pork tenderloin and pat it dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a rub.
Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over the pork tenderloin.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the pork for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing it into thin medallions.
In a large salad bowl, combine baby spinach, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
Make the dressing by whisking together balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl.
Drizzle the dressing over the spinach salad and toss gently to combine.
Arrange the sliced pork tenderloin on top of the salad.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1392 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.2 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.9 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 375 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 5029 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.9 g | ||
| Protein | 129.5 g | 259% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 624 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 2730 mg | 58% | |
*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.
