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Grilled Dijon Pork Tenderloin & Asparagus

Grilled Dijon Pork Tenderloin & Asparagus

Full of flavor and perfect for warmer weather, this Dijon-marinated pork tenderloin grills up juicy and tender alongside smoky, charred asparagus. The tangy mustard and herb-packed marinade adds just the right kick, complementing the natural sweetness of the pork. Serve it with a squeeze of lemon or a side of roasted potatoes for an easy and nutritious meal.

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Ingredients

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Directions

Prepare the pork tenderloins

  • Trim the pork tenderloins by removing the silverskin with a sharp knife.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk both mustards, honey, rosemary, garlic, orange zest, salt, and pepper.
  • Place the pork tenderloins in a 1-gallon resealable bag and pour in half of the marinade.
  • Marinate pork in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour and up to 8 hours. Store the remaining marinade in the refrigerator.

Grill the pork tenderloins

  • Preheat the grill to 450°F or high heat. Clean and oil the cooking grate, then close the lid.
  • Remove pork from the marinade. Discard the used marinade.
  • Grill the tenderloins for 15–20 minutes, turning and rotating every 5 minutes to allow each side to brown. Pork tenderloins are cooked when golden and crispy on the outside and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  • Remove the tenderloins from the grill and place on a carving board. Brush the reserved (unused!) marinade on the pork, then allow it to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Grill the vegetables

  • In a large bowl, toss the trimmed asparagus in olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • While the pork is resting, grill the asparagus for 3–5 minutes, turning often.

Put it all together

  • Slice the pork tenderloins into strips, then serve with grilled asparagus. Enjoy!

*Whole muscle pork cuts are safe to eat when cooked to 145°F and allowed to rest for 3 minutes.

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