Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Lemon-Dill Cream

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Tender pork loin roasted with fresh herbs and a creamy lemon-dill sauce, perfect for a low-carb dinner. This american-inspired keto (low carb) ready in about 45 minutes pairs pork loin roast, olive oil, chopped fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat pork loin dry with paper towels, then rub with 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp chopped rosemary, 1 tsp chopped thyme, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Place pork on a rack in a roasting pan and roast for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C), basting once with pan juices.
  3. Step 3: While pork roasts, combine 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp chopped dill, and remaining 1 tsp rosemary in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium-low heat for 3 minutes until slightly thickened and fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Remove pork from oven, tent with foil, and let rest 10 minutes. Slice and drizzle with warm lemon-dill cream.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Lemon-Dill Cream take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Lemon-Dill Cream?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork loin roast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Lemon-Dill Cream?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Lemon-Dill Cream for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Lemon-Dill Cream low carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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