Parsley-Lemon Pork Tenderloin
Lemony Olive Orzo and Broccoli
Ingredients
- ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 1 (1-lb) pork tenderloin, trimmed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Process parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a food processor until minced.
- Place pork on a rimmed baking sheet. Rub parsley mixture all over pork.
- Bake 20 to 22 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted reads 145°F. Let stand 3 minutes before slicing.
Side Dish Ingredients
- 1 (12-oz) pkg broccoli florets
- ¾ cup orzo
- ¼ tsp salt, divided
- ¼ tsp pepper, divided
- 1 shallot, chopped
- 1½ tsp olive oil
- 6 Tbsp chopped pitted green olives
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
Side Dish Instructions
- Cook broccoli and orzo according to package directions. Toss broccoli with ⅛ tsp each salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, cook shallot in hot oil in a skillet over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir in olives; cook 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
- Combine orzo, olive mixture, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, and ⅛ tsp each salt and pepper in a small bowl.
Nutritional Information
| Main | Side | Total | |
| Servings | 3 | 3 | |
| Calories |
209
|
256
|
465
|
| Fat (g) | 8 | 5 | 13 |
| Sat. Fat (g) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Protein (g) | 32 | 10 | 42 |
| Carb (g) | 1 | 42 | 43 |
| Fiber (g) | 0 | 9 | 9 |
| Sodium (mg) | 277 | 531 | 808 |
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