Pork Tenderloin With Jewelled Quinoa Pilaf Recipe

Name: Pork Tenderloin With Jewelled Quinoa Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloin; 3/4 teaspoon lemon pepper; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon oil; 1 medium red onion, chopped; 1 medium granny smith apple, peeled, cored, and diced; 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed if necessary; 2 cups chicken broth; 2 medium carrots, peeled and shredded; 3/4 cup dried cranberries; 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped; 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloin
3/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon oil
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 medium granny smith apple, peeled, cored, and diced
1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed if necessary
2 cups chicken broth
2 medium carrots, peeled and shredded
3/4 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

1
Season pork with 1/2 tsp lemon pepper and 1/2 tsp salt. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Brown pork on all sides for 4 minutes or until golden. Remove and set aside.
2
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and saute the onion and apple 5 minutes, or until tender.
3
Add quinoa, stirring 1 minute to toast.
4
Add broth, carrots, cranberries, and remaining salt and pepper. Mix well.
5
Place pork over top and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium low, and simmer 15 minutes until pork is ready, quinoa is tender, and liquid is almost absorbed.
6
Remove pork to rest, and let quinoa sit for 2 minutes.
7
Stir walnuts and feta cheese into quinoa mixture. Thinly slice pork and serve.

830

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloin, 3/4 teaspoon lemon pepper, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon oil, and more.

Yes, Pork Tenderloin With Jewelled Quinoa Pilaf falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pork Tenderloin With Jewelled Quinoa Pilaf

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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