Grilled Pork Tenderloin With Chimichurri and Summer Veggies

Submitted by spicyperspective

"Chimichurri is a thick Argentinian vinaigrette that can be used as a marinade or sauce for just about everything. It is especially good over grilled pork and vegetables!"

 

• Ready In: 53mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 2 lbs pork tenderloin
• 1 bunch fresh parsley, stems removed
• 1 cup olive oil
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
• 3 small zucchini
• 3 small summer squash
• 6 medium carrots
• 1 lb asparagus

directions

1. Chimichurri: Place the parsley and the following 7 items in a food processor. Puree 30 seconds, then scrape the sides down and puree again.
2. Cut the squash and carrots in half, by length. (Cut fat carrots in quarters.) Place all veggies in a baking dish and add 1/3 cup chimichurri. Sprinkle with salt.
3. Rub ¼ cup of chimichurri over the pork loin and sprinkle with salt. Let the veggies and pork marinate for at least 30 minutes.
4. Preheat grill to medium heat. Grill the pork for 15-18 minutes, rotating every 4-5 minutes.
5. Let the meat rest 5-10 minutes, then slice into ½ inch pieces.
6. After the pork comes off the grill, place the veggies on. Grill 3-5 minutes per side. Salt and pepper if needed. Serve the pork with the remaining chimichurri drizzled over the top. Serves 4.