Turkey Free Whole30 Smoky Pineapple Pork Tenderloin with Peach Salsa
Pork tenderloin is one of those cuts that rewards a little patience, and this smoky, tropical preparation is proof of that. The marinade leans on pineapple juice and coconut aminos to build deep, savory-sweet flavor without any off-limits ingredients, while smoked paprika and cumin give it a warm, almost barbecue-like character. A quick sear in a hot skillet locks in that gorgeous mahogany crust before the oven finishes the job — it's a technique that makes the whole thing feel genuinely restaurant-worthy. The fresh peach salsa is the real showstopper: juicy diced peaches, a hit of jalapeño heat, and bright lime juice come together in minutes while the pork does its thing. Everything on this plate is clean and compliant without tasting like a compromise, which is exactly what you want when you're cooking this way. It's the kind of meal that impresses guests who aren't following any particular eating plan just as much as those who are.
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4 servings
For the pork
- 1 pork tenderloin (about 1 ¼ lb)
- ¼ cup pineapple juice (from fresh or canned pineapple, no added sugar)
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp avocado oil, plus more for searing
- 1 ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the peach salsa
- 2 ripe peaches, pitted and diced small (about 1 ½ cups)
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, coconut aminos, 1 tbsp avocado oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, 1/2 tsp salt, and black pepper until combined. Reserve 2 tbsp of this marinade in a small bowl and set aside — this reserved portion will be used as a finishing glaze. Add the pork tenderloin to the remaining marinade, turning to coat. Let marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- 2
While the pork marinates, combine the diced peaches, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small mixing bowl. Stir gently to combine, then set aside at room temperature to let the flavors develop.
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