Lemon Salt Marinated Pork Loin with Roasted Lemon Carrots
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 Servings
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Calories
302 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Lemon Salt Marinated Pork Loin with Roasted Lemon Carrots
Description
Lemon Salt Marinated Pork Loin with Roasted Lemon Carrots applies lemon zest mixed with salt and freshly ground black pepper, plus olive oil, to season the trimmed pork loin. Roasted at 375 degrees until the internal temperature reaches 145°F, the pork remains juicy and tender, complemented by the citrus salt’s brightness. Resting the meat before slicing helps retain its juices.
The meal pairs with sweet sides such as honey roasted apples, which incorporate some of the lemon juice from the zest ingredient, and roasted green vegetables like asparagus or Brussels sprouts. These accompaniments balance acidity and sweetness providing a variety of textures and flavors.
The recipe was adapted from Chef Michael Chiarello, suggesting attention to flavor layering and careful roasting to preserve moisture and enhance the pork's subtle citrus seasoning.
Ingredients
- 2 lemon zest only, use the juice in the Honey Roasted Apples!, plural
- 1 1/2 tablespoons salt
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- black pepper freshly ground
- 1 1/2 pounds pork loin , trimmed of excess fat
- honey roasted apple
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees.
- Finely zest the lemons and rub with salt and pepper between your fingers.
- Add in 1 tablespoon of olive oil and rub the lemon salt mixture all over the pork loin.
- Put the pork loin in the oven at the same time, 20-25 minutes. until just cooked to 145 degrees.
- Remove pork from the pan and let rest on a cutting board for about 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with Honey Roasted Apples and roasted asparagus or Brussels Sprouts.
Notes
- Use the lemon zest in the salt mixture and reserve the lemon juice for accompanying honey roasted apples.
- Rest the pork loin for about 5 minutes after roasting to allow juices to redistribute before slicing.
- Serve alongside roasted vegetables such as asparagus or Brussels sprouts to complete the meal.
- Trim excess fat from the pork loin for better roasting and seasoning adherence.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 302 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 302kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 107mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 2701mg | 113% |
| Potassium | 711mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 29mg | 32% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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