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Stuffed Pork Tenderloin served in an iron skillet

Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Spinach and Feta

Juicy Mediterranean Stuffed Pork Tenderloin is stuffed with spinach, feta, and sundried tomatoes with a rich and tangy balsamic rosemary glaze.
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Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 417kcal

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Ingredients
 

  • 1 1/2 lb. pork tenderloin

For the filling:

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • Pinch red pepper flakes
  • 5 cups packed baby spinach
  • Pinch salt
  • 4 ounces sun dried tomatoes packed in oil (About 6 tomato pieces, chopped)
  • 3 ounces feta cheese

For the coating:

  • 2 Tablespoons high quality balsamic vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons minced rosemary
  • Zest of 1/2 lemon
  • 1 large clove garlic (grated)
  • 3/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.

For the filling:

  • Heat the oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the pepper flakes and grate the 3 cloves of garlic into the oil. Saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the spinach and allow it to wilt, about 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle lightly with salt then remove the mixture from heat. Place the spinach mixture in a paper towel and squeeze gently (be careful, it's hot!) to release any excess moisture. Place the spinach in a small bowl and stir in chopped tomatoes and feta cheese. Set aside.

For the topping:

  • Combine balsamic, oil, mustard, rosemary, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and whisk until smooth. Set aside.

To assemble:

  • Slice the tenderloin down the middle lengthwise, leaving just about a 1/2 inch intact on one side. Open the top half and lay it flat. Spread the spinach mixture evenly down the center of the loin. Fold the top half back in place and use butcher's string to tie it together in 3-4 places (optional, see note). Place the pork loin in a roasting pan then smear all sides with the topping.
  • Roast the tenderloin for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 375 degrees and roast an additional 20-30 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the loin reads at least 145 degrees. Allow the pork to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • If you don't have butcher's twine, just fold the tenderloin over the filling as best you can and roast it as is. I've found it stays together pretty well, even without the twine.
  • Please note that pork tenderloin and pork loin are too different cuts of meat and are not interchangeable. Pork tenderloin is a long, slender cut of meat that usually comes in packs of two.
 
 
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Keyword baked pork tenderloin, pork tenderloin, pork tenderloin recipe, stuffed pork tenderloin

Nutrition

Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 129mg | Sodium: 1040mg | Potassium: 1328mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3948IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 186mg | Iron: 4mg