Herbed Pork Tenderloin with Strawberry Salsa Recipe

Name: Herbed Pork Tenderloin with Strawberry Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Two 3/4-pound pork tenderloins; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley; 1 tablespoon minced sage; 1 tablespoon minced rosemary; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pint strawberries, cut into 1/3-inch dice; 1 cup diced papaya (6 ounces); 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro; 2 tablespoons minced red onion; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Servings: persons

Two 3/4-pound pork tenderloins
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon minced sage
1 tablespoon minced rosemary
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 pint strawberries, cut into 1/3-inch dice
1 cup diced papaya (6 ounces)
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons minced red onion
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1
Preheat the oven to 400.
2
Rub each tenderloin with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper.
3
On a plate, mix the parsley, sage and rosemary; add the pork and pat to coat.
4
Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
5
Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet.
6
Add the tenderloins and brown over moderate heat, about 4 minutes per side.
7
Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast the pork until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 145 to 150, about 15 minutes.
8
Transfer to a carving board to rest for 10 minutes.
9
In a medium bowl, mix the strawberries, papaya, cilantro, onion, lime juice and the remaining 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
10
Season with salt.
11
Carve the meat and serve with the strawberry salsa.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Two 3/4-pound pork tenderloins, Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, 1/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley, 1 tablespoon minced sage, and more.

Yes, Herbed Pork Tenderloin with Strawberry Salsa falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Herbed Pork Tenderloin with Strawberry Salsa

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