Grilled Citrus-Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Garlic and Thyme

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-17 · Updated 2026-05-17

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Juicy pork tenderloin marinated in bright citrus juice with garlic and thyme, grilled to perfection with a lightly charred crust and tender interior. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, orange juice, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs, trimmed pork tenderloin
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tbsp olive oil
5, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 5 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Place 1.5 lbs trimmed pork tenderloin in a large resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 8 hours.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove pork from marinade and pat dry with paper towels.
Step 4: Grill pork tenderloin for about 15-18 minutes total, turning every 5 minutes, until an internal temperature of 145°F is reached and the exterior is nicely charred.
Step 5: Transfer pork to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into 1/2-inch thick medallions. Serve warm.