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Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Basil-Walnut Pesto

Rosemary-Roasted Baby Carrots and Radishes
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Ingredients

  • 2 lb pork tenderloin
  • 2 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup raw walnut halves
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Rub pork with avocado oil; sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Grill pork, covered, 12 to 15 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into thickest portion reads 145°F, turning often. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
  3. Meanwhile, process basil, garlic, nuts, olive oil, lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and ½ tsp pepper in a food processor or blender until almost smooth. Serve pesto over pork.

Side Dish Ingredients

  • 2 lb baby carrots with tops
  • 2 (6-oz) pkg radishes, halved
  • 3 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh rosemary (or use 1 Tbsp dried)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp kosher salt

Side Dish Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Halve any large carrots lengthwise. Toss together all ingredients on a large rimmed baking sheet.
  2. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until vegetables are browned and tender, stirring occasionally.

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