A delicious and unique 30 minute dinner recipe, Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Strawberry Jalapeno Salsa is a savory, sweet and spicy dish. The fresh salsa also makes for a tasty dip with tortilla chips too.
roasted pork tenderloin
Spring has sprung and I'm lightening up my recipes to include the fresh flavors of the season. During the cold winter months I prepare many of warm and cozy comfort food dishes like Turkey a la King, Reuben Casserole, Split Pea Soup with Ham, and Eggplant Parmesan for my personal chef clients.
With the warmer temps, it's time to show off the bright and colorful produce popping up at the market. And this roasted pork tenderloin with fresh herbs and sweet and spicy strawberry salsa is the perfect dinner recipe.
The pork tenderloin has a fresh, light and savory rub highlighted by lime juice and fresh thyme and parsley. A quick sear of "the other white meat" adds a beautiful golden brown crust. The tenderloins finish cooking in the oven while the salsa with fresh sweet strawberries, red onion, cucumber and some heat and spice from jalapeno is tossed together. A truly delicious 30 minute recipe!
the ingredients
Pantry ingredients along with a handful of fresh ingredients are included in this recipe.
- pork tenderloin
- extra virgin olive oil
- lime juice
- fresh thyme
- fresh parsley
- onion powder
- garlic powder
- kosher salt
- pepper
- strawberries
- red onion
- cucumber
- jalapeno
- honey
how to make strawberry jalapeno salsa
I love pairing roasted, seared and grilled meats with a fresh salsa. It's an easy way to make a WOW! statement with a dish.
Chop fresh, bright red strawberries along with red onion, spicy jalapeno, and cucumber. Toss it all in a bowl and stir in a squeeze of lime juice, sweet and sticky honey, and a little silky extra virgin olive oil. Season with kosher salt and fresh ground pepper. The salt offsets the sweetness of the ingredients and heightens their flavors.
And that's it! Double the recipe and serve with some tortilla chips for a riff on the traditional tomato salsa.
suggestions and recipe tips
- Take the pork tenderloins out of the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before you start to cook. By removing the chill, the pork will cook more evenly and quickly.
- Don't skip the step of searing the tenderloins before roasting them. Not only does it add beautiful golden color, it also makes for a nice smoky crust on the pork.
- Let the pork rest about 5 to 10 minutes before slicing it into medallions. This will redistribute the juices throughout the meat.
- Cut the strawberries and vegetables in similar sized pieces for the salsa. This makes for the prettiest presentation.
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recipe
Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Strawberry Jalapeno Salsa
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 - 6 servings 1x
Description
A delicious and unique 30 minute dinner recipe, Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Strawberry Jalapeno Salsa is a savory, sweet and spicy dish. The fresh salsa also makes for a tasty dip with tortilla chips too.
Ingredients
for the pork tenderloin
- 2 (1 pound) pork tenderloins
- extra virgin olive oil
- juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
for the strawberry jalapeno salsa
- 2 cups chopped fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cucumber
- 2 tablespoons diced jalapeno
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- kosher salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Set aside.
- Place pork tenderloins on a work surface. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and lime juice.
- In a small bowl, combine thyme, parsley, onion and garlic powders, paprika, kosher salt and pepper.
- Generously coat the pork tenderloins with herb and spice mix.
- Heat a large sauté pan over medium high heat. Add about 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. When the oil begins to shimmer, add the seasoned pork tenderloin. Brown on all sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- Place the browned pork tenderloins on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the oven for about 10 to 15 minutes. The cooking time will depend on the size of the tenderloins. The pork is ready when the internal temperature is 145 degrees on a digital thermometer. Remove from the oven and let rest.
- While the pork is roasting, make the Strawberry Jalapeno Salsa.
- In a medium sized bowl, combine the strawberries, red onion, cucumber, jalapeno, parsley, lime juice, honey and extra virgin olive oil. Season to taste with kosher salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Slice the pork tenderloin in 1 inch medallions and place on a platter. Drizzle with any of the accumulated pan juices. Serve with the Strawberry Jalapeno Salsa.
Notes
- Take the pork tenderloins out of the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before you start to cook. By removing the chill, the pork will cook more evenly and quickly.
- Don't skip the step of searing the tenderloins before roasting them. Not only does it add beautiful golden color, it also makes for a nice smoky crust on the pork.
- Let the pork rest about 5 to 10 minutes before slicing it into medallions. This will redistribute the juices throughout the meat.
- Cut the strawberries and vegetables in similar sized pieces for the salsa. This makes for the prettiest presentation
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: entrée
- Method: stove top sauté and oven roast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/5 of recipe
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6.1 g
- Sodium: 584 mg
- Fat: 17.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10.6 g
- Fiber: 2.3 g
- Protein: 55.2 g
- Cholesterol: 171 mg
Keywords: strawberry salsa, pork tenderloin, dinner recipes, 30 minute recipe
Jen Sim
The combination of sweet and savoury flavours from the pork and strawberries was simply delicious. I will definitely be making this again!
Amy Casey
I love to hear that Jen!
HEATHER PERINE
Always looking for new delicious ways to spice up my usual pork tenderloin dinner and this is it! This is like summer on a plate..can't wait to try!
Amy Casey
Summer can't come soon enough!
Marta
The star of this dish is the strawberry jam. It highlights the flavors of the tenderloin and makes the dish, in my opinion. Thank you for sharing.
Amy Casey
My thoughts exactly Marta!
Eva
I've had pork with a variety of fruit compotes, but strawberry is a novelty. We get loads of fresh strawberries when they're in season so I can't wait to give this flavour combination a try!
Amy Casey
I can't wait to hear how my recipe turns out for you Eva.
veenaazmanov
Tangy Dressing. Delicious combinations and yummy flavors. Mouth melting , soft and well cooked meat. I am drooling. yum
Amy Casey
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Adriana Lopez
I have prepared this pork several times and never fails. My family loves teh combination with teh strawberry salsa. So fresh!
Amy Casey
I'm so glad your family enjoyed my recipe Adriana!
Beth
What a beautiful and refreshing way to serve pork tenderloins. Love the searing step - I don't always do that, but I need to - , plus the tasty seasonings you use on the pork itself.
Amy Casey
I love the golden brown crust the searing adds to the pork.
Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer
Oh what a beautiful and delicious recipe! I am crushing hard on the strawberry salsa with the pork! Genius! I can't wait to add this to our meal prep menu!
Amy Casey
Awesome Lori! I can't wait for you to try the recipe.
Silvia
The tenderloin goes so well with the strawberry salsa. I loved all those spices on the meat and the salsa is so fresh and yummy.
Amy Casey
Thanks Silvia!