Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Salsa Verde

By Snoo

Pork tenderloin is a tender, lean cut of meat offering about 75 percent of a day's protein needs in a prudent three ounce serving.

Serving Size: 4 ounces pork and 2 Tbs. salsa
Cal 235
Fat 10g
Protein 32g
Carb 3g
Sodium 320mg

Ingredients

• Ingredients:
• 2 (1-pound) pork tenderloins, trimmed and cut into 3/4-inch slices
• Cooking spray
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
• 1 1/2 cups diced green tomato
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 3 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh chives
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon capers
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 garlic clove, minced

Preparation

Step 1

1. Prepare grill to medium-high heat.

2. Arrange pork slices in a single layer between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or small heavy skillet. Lightly coat pork with cooking spray; sprinkle with salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Place pork on a grill rack; grill pork 2 minutes on each side or until done.

3. Combine tomato and remaining ingredients in a food processor; pulse until minced. Stir in remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Serve with pork.