Char-Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Mango–Pineapple Salsa
Tender grilled pork is seasoned with cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and a touch of cayenne, then seared before finishing over indirect heat. Each slice pairs with a sweet-tangy salsa of mango, pineapple, red bell pepper, jalapeño, lime, red onion, garlic, and cilantro, making a colorful summer centerpiece for outdoor grilling.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Char-Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Mango–Pineapple Salsa, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 39 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 19
- Heart Health
- 65
- Metabolic
- 25
- Digestive
- 26
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 41
- General Wellness
- 1
Pat tenderloins dry with paper towels and rub with olive oil.
- 2
Combine cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle each tenderloin evenly with the spice mixture and allow to sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
- 3
Preheat an outdoor grill to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Clean and oil the grates.
- 4
Meanwhile, combine mango, bell pepper, jalapeno, pineapple, lime zest, lime juice, garlic, and cilantro in a glass or non-reactive bowl. Toss to combine, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- 5
Sear tenderloins on the preheated grill directly on the grill grates until grill marks appear, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Rotate, but do not turn over, to create a grid pattern of grill marks, about 2 minutes more. Turn tenderloins and repeat. If using a gas grill, turn off the heat under 1/2 of the grates and move tenderloins to the unheated side of the grill. Close the lid and continue cooking indirectly until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the tenderloins reads 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
- 6
Remove from the grill, cover with foil, and rest until the temperature rises to 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), about 10 minutes. Slice tenderloins and serve with salsa.
- Calories 246.09 kcal Moderate 12%
- Protein 25.99 g Good Source 52%
- Carbohydrate 21.58 g 8%
- Total Fat 6.79 g Moderate 9%
- Saturated Fat 1.79 g Moderate 9%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 76.94 mg High 26%
- Sodium 711.02 mg High 31%
- Dietary Fiber 2.81 g Moderate 10%
- Total Sugars 13.21 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 31.61 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 1.31 mg Low Source 7%
- Potassium 111.67 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 198.69 mcg Good Source 22%
- Vitamin C 43.82 mg Good Source 49%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Char Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Mango Pineapple Salsa is made with 21 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Diced Bell Pepper, and Diced Onion. Each serving provides about 246.09 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Char-Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Mango–Pineapple Salsa made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Diced Bell Pepper, Diced Onion, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 21 is above.
- How long does it take to make Char-Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Mango–Pineapple Salsa?
- About 40 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 246.09 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Char-Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Mango–Pineapple Salsa easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 21 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Char-Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Mango–Pineapple Salsa healthy?
- Char-Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Mango–Pineapple Salsa has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 246.09 calories and 25.99 g of protein, or 52% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 711.02 mg (31% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.79 g (9% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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