Grilled Citrus-Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Garlic Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-30 · Updated 2026-07-30

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Juicy pork tenderloin marinated in fresh orange and lime juice, grilled to perfection, and served with a rich roasted garlic sauce. This Caribbean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, orange juice, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 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: 35 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs pork tenderloin
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tbsp olive oil
6, peeled garlic cloves
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1/4 cup water

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves. Place 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove the pork from the marinade and pat dry. Grill the tenderloin for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until an internal thermometer reads 145°F for medium-rare.
Step 3: Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375°F. Place 6 peeled garlic cloves in a small baking dish, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and roast for 20 minutes until soft and golden.
Step 4: Transfer the roasted garlic cloves to a small blender, add 1/4 cup water, and blend until smooth to create the garlic sauce.
Step 5: Let the pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve slices drizzled with the roasted garlic sauce alongside your favorite sides.