Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic BBQ Sauce
Prep: 15 minutes plus standing
Grill: 15 minutes • Serves: 4
1/3 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pork tenderloin (about 1-1/4 pounds)
Nonstick cooking spray
2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1.Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium-high heat. In small oven-safe saucepot, whisk vinegar, ketchup, honey, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder. Place saucepot on hot grill rack; cover and cook 10 minutes or until thickened and reduced by 1/3, whisking occasionally. Makes about 3/4 cup.
2.Reserve 1/2 the BBQ sauce. Spray pork with cooking spray and place on hot grill rack; cover and cook 15 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145°, brushing with remaining 1/2 the BBQ sauce every 5 minutes and turning once. Transfer pork to cutting board and tent loosely with aluminum foil; let stand 10 minutes.
3.Slice pork; serve sprinkled with chives and rosemary along with reserved BBQ sauce.
Approximate nutritional values per serving (about 4 ounces pork, 1-1/2 tablespoons Balsamic BBQ Sauce): 242 Calories, 5g Fat (1g Saturated), 64mg Cholesterol, 381mg Sodium, 26g Carbohydrates, 0g Fiber, 23g Protein
Dietitian’s Dish Tip(s):
> Lean pork tenderloin is an excellent protein source. Allow the meat to rest after grilling to retain juices and maintain tenderness. Opting for a homemade balsamic BBQ sauce can help control the sodium and sugar content.
