Rice Free Lemon Garlic Pork Tenderloin
Bright lemon, fragrant garlic, and a trio of fresh herbs make this pork tenderloin one of those weeknight dinners that feels far more impressive than the effort involved. The marinade comes together in minutes and does all the heavy lifting — infusing the meat with citrusy, herby depth whether you give it 30 minutes or let it sit overnight. A quick sear in a hot skillet builds a gorgeous golden crust before the oven finishes the job, keeping the inside juicy and perfectly tender. The golden hue from the turmeric gives each medallion a beautiful color that looks stunning on the plate alongside bright lemon wedges and a scatter of fresh parsley. Every ingredient here is naturally grain-free and completely free of rice or rice-derived fillers, so there's no label-scanning required — just clean, whole-food cooking from start to finish. It's the kind of recipe that works just as well for a casual family dinner as it does for entertaining guests who have no idea how simple it actually was.
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4 servings
For the marinade
- 1 ½ lb pork tenderloin (1 large or 2 small)
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced (about 3 tbsp juice)
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp of the olive oil, the garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, rosemary, thyme, turmeric, black pepper, and salt until combined.
- 2
Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels, then place it in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour the marinade over the pork, turning to coat on all sides. Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 8 hours.
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