Grilled Cajun Pork Tenderloin

Prep: 10 minutes plus standing and preheating
Grill: 1 hour 28 minutes • Serves: 4

1.Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over low heat. In small bowl, whisk 1 tablespoon oil, seasoning, lemon juice and thyme. Brush pork with oil mixture; let stand 1 hour at room temperature.

2.With serrated knife, slice about 1/4 inch off top of garlic head to expose tops of cloves. Place garlic, cut side up, on sheet of aluminum foil; drizzle exposed cloves with remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Wrap foil tightly around garlic; place on hot grill rack, cover and cook 1 hour. Carefully open foil packet; cook 10 minutes. Remove from grill; when cool enough to handle, gently squeeze out garlic cloves.

3.Increase grill temperature to medium; preheat 15 minutes. Place pork on hot grill rack; cover and cook 18 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 135°, turning pork 1/4 turn every 5 minutes. Transfer pork to cutting board; tent with aluminum foil and let stand 10 minutes. (Internal temperature will rise to 145° upon standing).

4.Slice pork; serve with garlic garnished with lemon zest and/or thyme sprigs, if desired.

Approximate nutritional values per serving (about 3-3/4 ounces pork):
228 Calories, 10g Fat (2g Saturated), 88mg Cholesterol, 538mg Sodium,
5g Carbohydrates, 0g Fiber, 0g Sugars, 0g Added Sugars, 29g Protein

Smart Swaps:
Lean pork is a great source of protein and B vitamins. Keep it lighter by trimming excess fat and pairing with grilled veggies for a balanced plate.