Grilled Citrus-Herb Pork Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

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Juicy pork tenderloin marinated in bright citrus juice and fresh herbs, then grilled to perfection on skewers. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb (450g) pork tenderloin, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tbsp lemon juice
3 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
6 wooden skewers, soaked in water 30 minutes

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp chopped rosemary, 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
Step 2: Add 1 lb cubed pork tenderloin to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Thread marinated pork cubes onto 6 soaked wooden skewers.
Step 4: Grill skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning until pork is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
Step 5: Remove skewers and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.