Grilled Chipotle Pork Tenderloin

By Tonya_Speed

NUTRITION per serving: 295 Calories; 9g Fat; 48g Protein; 2g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber; 148mg Cholesterol; 248mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Grain (Starch); 7 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 1/2 Fat. Points: 7

Ingredients

• 2 pounds lean pork tenderloin(s)
• 1 chipotle pepper, rehydrated, seeded and chopped
• 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 clove garlic, pressed

Preparation

Step 1

Using a sharp knife, remove and discard any whitish, silver skin and visible fat from the tenderloin(s). In a shallow bowl, combine remaining ingredients (this can be done in advance and stored in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days). Add the trimmed tenderloin(s) and marinate at room temperature. Preheat indoor or outdoor grill to HIGH. Sear pork tenderloin(s) on all sides then lower heat to medium and grill for 8 to 12 minutes or just until pork is cooked through; transfer to a platter and let it (them) rest for 2 to 3 minutes before slicing.

SERVING SUGGESTION: Steamed green beans and baked sweet potatoes (nuke in microwave to keep your kitchen cool).
GLUTEN FREE: Make sure vinegar is gluten free.