Pork Sirloin Roast with Fresh Herb-Lemon Crust
Pork Sirloin Roast with Fresh Herb-Lemon Crust marries juicy, tender meat with a fragrant blend of thyme, sage, rosemary, and bright lemon zest. The crackly herb coating adds citrusy freshness and peppery depth, making each slice aromatic and well-balanced. Serve it for a relaxed weekend dinner or a small gathering alongside simple sides like roasted potatoes or a crisp salad.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Remove the roast from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to let it come to room temperature.
- 2
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 3
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic, thyme, sage, lemon zest, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Spread the rub over the roast until fully coated, then place it on a rack in a roasting pan.
- 4
Roast in the preheated oven until the center is slightly pink, 45 to 60 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 150 degrees F (66 degrees C).
- 5
Remove from the oven and tent loosely with foil. Let it rest for 10 to 15 minutes before carving.
- Calories 141.07 kcal Moderate
- Protein 12.69 g Good Source
- Carbs 1.07 g Moderate
- Total Fat 9.48 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.21 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.03 g High
- Cholesterol 37.99 mg Moderate
- Sodium 34.63 mg Low Source
- Fiber 0.38 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.07 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 11.38 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.57 mg Low Source
- Potassium 230.51 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 4.03 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.83 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.22 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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