Lemon-Pepper Pork Loin – Country Cooking

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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This Lemon-Pepper Pork Loin is a comforting, country-style main that balances the richness of pork with the brightness of fresh lemon and the earthiness of rosemary. The coarse black pepper and kosher salt create a savory crust that stays moist inside. Perfect for a relaxed weeknight dinner or a casual weekend gathering, it requires minimal prep and delivers impressive results. Serve with roasted vegetables or simple mashed potatoes to soak up the pan juices. It’s a reliable, flavorful dish that feels homemade without the fuss.

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Lemon-Pepper Pork Loin – Country Cooking

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 4.1

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This Lemon-Pepper Pork Loin is a comforting, country-style main that balances the richness of pork with the brightness of fresh lemon and the earthiness of rosemary. The coarse black pepper and kosher salt create a savory crust that stays moist inside. Perfect for a relaxed weeknight dinner or a casual weekend gathering, it requires minimal prep and delivers impressive results. Serve with roasted vegetables or simple mashed potatoes to soak up the pan juices. It&# 226;ÂÂs a reliable, flavorful dish that feels homemade without the fuss.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400ðF (200ðC).
  2. In a small bowl, combine the grated lemon rind, crushed garlic, kosher salt, and ground black pepper.
  3. Pat the pork loin dry with paper towels and rub the lemon-pepper mixture evenly over the entire surface of the meat.
  4. Place the seasoned pork loin in an uncovered roasting pan.
  5. Tuck the fresh rosemary sprig on top of the pork loin.
  6. Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  7. Turn the roast over in the pan and baste with the pan drippings.
  8. Continue roasting for another 30 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 170ðF (77ðC).
  9. Remove the roast from the oven and transfer to a cutting board.
  10. Let the pork rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
  11. Cut the pork into very thin slices and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 4.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.3mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 1.1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 0.2g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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