September 19, 2020
Za’atar Pork Tenderloin with Tzatziki
Za’atar is a middle eastern spice blend typically made with oregano or thyme, sumac, sesame and other spices. It is delicious on meats or vegetables. Using a pre-made seasoning blend makes this a breeze to put together but with big flavor payoff. I like to serve this with a side salad.
Servings: 4
Calories: 355kcal
Ingredients
For the Pork
- 2 pound pork tenderloin 2 individual 1 pound loins
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper fresh ground
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons za’atar
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 English cucumber grated
- 1 1/2 cups plain full fat Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt if dairy-free
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450ºF, line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, and grease it with a bit of oil. Set aside.
- Season the pork tenderloin with salt and pepper, rub with the oil then sprinkle with za’atar. Place the pork on the baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the pork registers 145ºF. Rest the pork at least 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- While the pork cooks, prepare the tzatziki: grate the cucumber and squeeze as much liquid out as you can. Combine with the yogurt and remaining sauce ingredients, stir well, cover, and refrigerate until serving. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
Notes
If you can’t find za’atar in the store, you can make your own mix by stirring together: 1/2 tablespoon dried thyme, crumbled, 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano, crumbled, 1 tablespoon cumin, ground, 1/2 tablespoon coriander, 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, and 1 tablespoon sumac (sumac is optional but gives a nice tart and lemony flavor). Store in a dry place for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Za’atar Pork Tenderloin with Tzatziki
Amount per Serving
Calories
355
% Daily Value*
Fat
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
3
g
19
%
Cholesterol
151
mg
50
%
Sodium
729
mg
32
%
Potassium
1124
mg
32
%
Carbohydrates
7
g
2
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
55
g
110
%
Vitamin A
155
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
3
mg
4
%
Calcium
146
mg
15
%
Iron
5
mg
28
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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