Balsamic-Caper Pork Tenderloin Medallions
Balsamic-Caper Pork Tenderloin Medallions feature juicy, pan-seared slices of pork coated in a glossy balsamic reduction accented with bright lemon zest and briny capers. The balance of sweet acidity and savory richness makes each bite vibrant and satisfying. Serve for a weeknight dinner or a casual dinner party when you want bold flavors with minimal fuss.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Balsamic-Caper Pork Tenderloin Medallions, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 12
- Heart Health
- 68
- Metabolic
- 20
- Digestive
- 24
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the flour, garlic salt, and pepper in a plastic bag and shake to mix. Add the pork tenderloin pieces, then shake again to coat. Shake off any excess flour.
- 2
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the pork medallions in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- 3
Pour in the balsamic vinegar and chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the pork is no longer pink in the center, 3 to 4 minutes.
- 4
Remove the pork to a serving platter, stir the lemon zest and capers into the simmering sauce, and continue simmering until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Calories 238.68 kcal Moderate 12%
- Protein 28.21 g Good Source 56%
- Carbohydrate 12.82 g 5%
- Total Fat 7.83 g Moderate 10%
- Saturated Fat 2.03 g Moderate 10%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 83.2 mg High 28%
- Sodium 896.59 mg High 39%
- Dietary Fiber 2.07 g Low Source 7%
- Total Sugars 2.82 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 1.83 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.82 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 13.7 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 164.13 mcg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin C 5.05 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Balsamic Caper Pork Tenderloin Medallions is made with 8 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, and Capers. Each serving provides about 238.68 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Balsamic-Caper Pork Tenderloin Medallions made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Capers, Chicken Broth. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Balsamic-Caper Pork Tenderloin Medallions?
- About 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 238.68 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Balsamic-Caper Pork Tenderloin Medallions easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Balsamic-Caper Pork Tenderloin Medallions healthy?
- Balsamic-Caper Pork Tenderloin Medallions has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 238.68 calories and 28.21 g of protein, or 56% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 896.59 mg (39% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.03 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Wheat, Gluten and Garlic, 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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