GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN AND DRIED CHERRY SALAD

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Grilled Pork Tenderloin and Dried Cherry Salad image

Pork and cherries pair beautifully together, and this dressed-up dinner entrée shows them both off to full advantage.

Provided by Cindy Rahe

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 large or 2 small pork tenderloins (1 1/2 lb)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons coarse ground black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher (coarse) salt
6 cups loosely packed baby lettuce
1 oz Gorgonzola cheese
1/2 cup dried sour cherries
1/4 cup sliced red onion
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons unsweetened tart cherry juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon kosher (coarse) salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Rub pork with 2 tablespoons olive oil, the garlic, rosemary, 2 teaspoons pepper and 1 teaspoon salt. Place in nonmetal dish; refrigerate 30 minutes or more to marinate.
  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. Remove pork from marinade; discard marinade. Insert ovenproof meat thermometer into pork so tip is in thickest part. Place pork on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook, turning about every 5 minutes, until all sides are browned and thermometer reads 145°F (temperature will rise to 160°F after resting). Remove pork from grill; wrap tightly with foil. Let stand at least 20 minutes before slicing.
  • Meanwhile, rinse and spin-dry lettuce. Divide among plates (2 hearty or 4 smaller salads). Slice onion; soak in dish of ice water 5 minutes to remove any astringent onion flavor. Pat dry; sprinkle over salads. Crumble cheese; sprinkle over salads. Sprinkle cherries and almonds over top. Refrigerate salads until ready to serve.
  • In small jar, shake Dressing ingredient vigorously to emulsify.
  • At serving time, top salads with slices of pork; drizzle with dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Baby Doll
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This is one of my favorite recipes! The pork tenderloin is always juicy and flavorful, and the salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. I highly recommend this recipe.


prudy pru
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The pork tenderloin was a bit overcooked, but the salad was good.


Archie Stone
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to make. The pork tenderloin was cooked perfectly and the salad was a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and healthy meal.


SomRaj Tamang
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less dried cherries or adding some other ingredients to balance out the flavor.


Ovijit Saha
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The pork tenderloin is always cooked perfectly and the salad is a great way to add some color and freshness to the dish.


abdulrehman khan
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This was an easy recipe to follow and the results were delicious! The pork tenderloin was juicy and flavorful, and the salad was a nice complement. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Victoria Lee
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The pork tenderloin was a bit dry, but the salad was good.


Mia Donnelly
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This was a great recipe! The pork tenderloin was very tender and the salad was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Asheer Mughal
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! The pork tenderloin was cooked perfectly and the salad was a nice touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


Desmond Faith
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The pork tenderloin was juicy and flavorful, and the dried cherry salad was a refreshing complement. I will definitely be making this again.