Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Plum Reduction
Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Plum Reduction features juicy, pan-seared meat finished in the oven and topped with a glossy sauce that mingles ripe plum sweetness with balsamic tang. The reduction’s fruity depth and gentle acidity highlight the pork’s richness, making it fitting for a relaxed weeknight dinner or an impressive dish for company.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Plum Reduction, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 33 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 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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- 16
- Heart Health
- 60
- Metabolic
- 20
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 37
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
- 2
Season the pork tenderloin with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet over high heat until it shimmers; carefully place the tenderloin into the hot oil. After about 1 minute, gently loosen the meat from the bottom of the skillet if needed. Cook until the pork is seared to a golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Move the pork to the lined baking sheet.
- 3
Roast the seared tenderloin in the preheated oven until a thermometer inserted into the center registers at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), about 15 minutes. Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing into medallions.
- 4
In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, cook the plums, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, honey, and blueberry juice, stirring often, until the plums are soft, about 10 minutes. Transfer the sauce to a blender and blend until smooth. Return the sauce to the saucepan and simmer until reduced and thickened to the texture of apple butter, about 5 more minutes. Spoon the plum sauce over the sliced pork to serve.
- Calories 215.6 kcal Moderate 11%
- Protein 23.22 g Good Source 46%
- Carbohydrate 17.4 g 6%
- Total Fat 6.15 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 1.6 g Moderate 8%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 69.53 mg High 23%
- Sodium 636.19 mg High 28%
- Dietary Fiber 1.95 g Low Source 7%
- Total Sugars 11.89 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 2.58 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.48 mg Low Source 3%
- Potassium 52.51 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 142.66 mcg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin C 7.11 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Plum Reduction is made with 8 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Blueberry Juice, Brown Sugar, and Honey. Each serving provides about 215.6 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Plum Reduction made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Blueberry Juice, Brown Sugar, Honey, Olive Oil. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Plum Reduction?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 215.6 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Plum Reduction easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Plum Reduction healthy?
- Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Plum Reduction has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 215.6 calories and 23.22 g of protein, or 46% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 636.19 mg (28% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.6 g (8% of the Daily Value). 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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