Best 7 Lemon Dijon Pork Tenderloin Recipes

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Craving a delectable and tender pork dish infused with citrusy and tangy flavors? Look no further than our lemon dijon pork tenderloin recipe guide. This culinary masterpiece combines the succulent texture of pork tenderloin with a zesty lemon dijon sauce, resulting in a dish that tantalizes taste buds and leaves you craving more. With our carefully curated selection of recipes, you'll embark on a culinary journey that showcases the perfect balance of flavors, textures, and cooking techniques. Prepare to indulge in a main course that will elevate your dinner table and leave your guests and loved ones raving about your culinary skills.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

HERB-MARINATED PORK TENDERLOINS



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For a healthy main course, try Ina Garten's Herb-Marinated Pork Tenderloins recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network � herbs add great flavor without fat.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lemon, zest grated
3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (4 to 6 lemons)
Good olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves)
1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Kosher salt
3 pork tenderloins (about 1 pound each)
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, 1/2 cup olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, mustard, and 2 teaspoons salt in a sturdy 1-gallon resealable plastic bag. Add the pork tenderloins and turn to coat with the marinade. Squeeze out the air and seal the bag. Marinate the pork in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours but preferably overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Remove the tenderloins from the marinade and discard the marinade but leave the herbs that cling to the meat. Sprinkle the tenderloins generously with salt and pepper. Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large oven-proof saute pan over medium-high heat. Sear the pork tenderloins on all sides until golden brown. Place the saute pan in the oven and roast the tenderloins for 10 to 15 minutes or until the meat registers 137 degrees F at the thickest part. Transfer the tenderloins to a platter and cover tightly with aluminum foil. Allow to rest for 10 minutes. Carve in 1/2-inch-thick diagonal slices. The thickest part of the tenderloin will be quite pink (it's just fine!) and the thinnest part will be well done. Season with salt and pepper and serve warm, or at room temperature with the juices that collect in the platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calorie, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 147 milligrams, Sodium 461 milligrams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Protein 48 grams, Sugar 0 grams

LEMON DIJON PORK TENDERLOIN



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Categories     Pork

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 11

 1 Lemon, zest grated
 3/4 Cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (4-6 lemons - but it only took 3 extra-large
lemons for me)
 Good Olive Oil
 2 Tablespoons minced Garlic (6 cloves)
 1 1/2 Tablespoons minced fresh Rosemary leaves
 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh Thyme leaves
 2 Teaspoons Dijon mustard
 2 Teaspoons Sea Salt
 3 Pork Tenderloins (about 1 pound each)
 Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  •  Combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, 1/2 cup olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, mustard, and 2 teaspoons salt in a sturdy 1-gallon resealable plastic bag. Add the pork tenderloins and turn to coat with the marinade. Squeeze out the air and seal the bag. Marinate the pork in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours but preferably overnight.  Preheat oven to 400.  Remove the tenderloins from the marinade and discard the marinade but leave the herbs that cling to the meat. Sprinkle the tenderloins generously with salt and pepper (maybe a bit less on the salt here!).  Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large oven-proof sauté pan over medium-high heat.  Sear the pork tenderloins on all sides until golden brown. (About 2 minutes per side).  Place the sauté pan in the oven and roast the tenderloins for 10-15 minutes or until the meat registers 137 degrees at the thickest part. (It only took ours 10 minutes!)  Transfer the tenderloins to a platter and cover tightly with aluminum foil. Allow to rest for 10 minutes. (We skipped this part entirely.)  Carve in 1/2-inch-thick diagonal slices. The thickest part of the tenderloin will be quite pink (it's just fine!) and the thinnest part will be well done.  Season with salt and pepper and serve warm, or at room temperature with the juices that collect in the platter.  Cut up the red bell pepper and zucchini add olive oil, pepper and sea salt. Cook together with the pork.

PORK TENDERLOIN WITH CREAMY DIJON SAUCE



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This pork tenderloin cooks all day in the slow cooker with a creamy Dijon and sour cream sauce. It melts in your mouth. I serve it with mashed potatoes and roasted green beans.

Provided by cupcakes&wine

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Tenderloin Recipes

Time 7h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, or more as needed
2 ½ pounds whole pork tenderloins
salt and black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
1 onion, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
¼ cup white wine
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
¼ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season pork tenderloins with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook pork in the oil, turning until browned on all sides, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from pan, and set aside. In the same skillet, cook onion and mushrooms until they brown lightly and begin to soften; 3-5 minutes.
  • Pour wine into slow cooker; stir in the onion and mushrooms. Place browned pork on top of the vegetables.
  • Combine mushroom soup, Dijon mustard, and sour cream in a bowl. Spread mixture over pork. Cover slow cooker; cook on Low until pork is tender and liquids have formed a sauce; 7 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 64.5 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 393.7 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

LEMON-ROSEMARY PORK TENDERLOIN



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This tender pork is seasoned with a wonderful herb and lemon rub I created. Even my husband, who is a chef, thinks this dish is special enough for company. -Carol Birkemeier, Nashville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first nine ingredients; rub over tenderloins. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° until a thermometer reads 160°, 25-35 minutes. Cover with foil; let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 204mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PORK TENDERLOIN WITH DIJON BROWN SAUCE



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (4-pound) pork loin
3 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/2 cup Irvine Spices Roasted Garlic Pepper Seasoning
1/4 cup white wine
16 ounces prepared brown sauce or gravy
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon very finely chopped rosemary leaves

Steps:

  • Early in the day, rinse pork loin to remove any unwanted smells and pat dry with paper toweling. In a large saute pan, heat the oil and sear the pork loin on all sides. Remove pork to a utility platter and coat liberally with mustard, then roll in Roasted Garlic Pepper Seasoning. Leave refrigerated for 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Transfer pork to a covered roasting pan or a large saute pan with an oven safe handle, and roast covered in oven until fork tender, at least 45 minutes. (Remember to use oven mitts when removing the pan from oven.) Transfer pork to a utility platter and let rest in a warm place before slicing. Add white wine to the roasting pan and swirl to combine flavors with the juices in the pan. Place roasting pan over medium heat (or transfer to a small saucepan) on the stovetop and let reduce slightly. Add the prepared brown sauce to the roasting pan juices and wine. Cook the gravy for a few minutes to integrate flavors and to thicken. Season with salt and pepper and strain the sauce. Lay slices of pork loin on serving dish and spoon brown sauce over. Garnish with chopped rosemary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calorie, Fat 8.5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 147 milligrams, Sodium 360 milligrams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fiber 0.5 grams, Protein 48 grams, Sugar 0 grams

LEMON-DIJON PORK SHEET-PAN SUPPER



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Most nights I need something that I can get on the table with minimal effort and delicious results. This sheet-pan supper has become an all-time favorite, not only because of its bright flavors but also because of its speedy cleanup time. -Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons canola oil
1-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 3 medium), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts (about 4 cups), quartered
4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)
Coarsely ground pepper, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, mix first 4 ingredients; gradually whisk in oil. Reserve 1 tablespoon mixture. Add vegetables to remaining mixture; toss to coat., Place pork chops and vegetables in a 15x10x1-in. pan coated with cooking spray. Brush chops with reserved mustard mixture. Roast 10 minutes., Turn chops and stir vegetables; roast until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145° and vegetables are tender, 10-15 minutes longer. If desired, sprinkle with pepper. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 505mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 39g protein. Diabetic exchanges

DIJON-CRUSTED PORK TENDERLOIN HONEY-GLAZED CARROTS RECIPE BY TASTY



Dijon-Crusted Pork Tenderloin Honey-Glazed Carrots Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: dijon mustard, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary, kosher salt, ground black pepper, pork tenderloin, olive oil, broccolini, medium carrots, honey, lemon, fresh parsley

Provided by Jordan Kenna

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons dijon mustard
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, plus more to taste
1 ½ lb pork tenderloin
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 bunches broccolini, woody stems removed
8 medium carrots, cute into ½-inch (1-cm) coins
2 tablespoons honey
1 lemon, cut into 4 wedges
fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190˚C).
  • In a small bowl, stir together the mustard, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  • Dry the pork tenderloin thoroughly with paper towels, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a square pan over medium-high heat. Add the tenderloin and cook, rotating 90˚ every 3-4 minutes, until golden brown all over (the tenderloin will not be cooked through at this point), about 12 minutes total. Remove the pan from the heat and use tongs to transfer the tenderloin to a cutting board.
  • Brush the mustard mixture evenly over the top and sides of the tenderloin.
  • Add the broccolini to the pan, and toss with the oil until coated evenly. Push the broccolini to the sides of the pan, just enough to make room for the tenderloin, then return the pork to the pan.
  • Transfer the pan to the oven and roast, tossing the broccolini halfway through cooking, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the pork reads 160°F (70˚C) and the broccolini is tender, 23-25 minutes.
  • While the pork cooks, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the carrots, season with salt and pepper, and cook, tossing, until barely tender, about 6 minutes.
  • Drizzle with the honey and continue cooking, tossing often, until the honey is reduced to a thick glaze and the carrots are tender, 2 to 4 minutes more. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  • Transfer the square pan to a rack and let the pork and broccolini rest for 10 minutes. Place the tenderloin on a cutting board and cut into ½-inch (1-cm) thick slices.
  • Divide the pork and vegetables among 4 serving plates. Serve each with a lemon wedge and sprinkle with parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 33 grams, Sugar 17 grams

Tips:

  • To ensure the pork tenderloin cooks evenly, slice it lengthwise into a butterfly shape or pound it until it is uniformly thick.
  • Marinate the pork tenderloin for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to infuse it with flavor.
  • Sear the pork tenderloin over high heat to create a flavorful crust, then reduce the heat and continue cooking until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare, or 155°F (68°C) for medium.
  • Let the pork tenderloin rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.
  • Serve the pork tenderloin with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a green salad.

Conclusion:

Lemon Dijon pork tenderloin is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for dinner or lunch. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. By following the tips above, you can ensure that your lemon Dijon pork tenderloin turns out perfectly every time.

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