I always stock up on pork tenderloins when they go on sale. They’re so easy to grill, and they can take on so many great flavors. I topped this marinated grilled pork tenderloin with cantaloupe salsa. The cool salsa complimented the juicy, tender, flavorful tenderloin perfectly. This made for the perfect summer grilled dish, perfect for enjoying out on the patio.
If you don’t want to go thru the steps for making your own salsa, just grab your favorite store-bought version at the store. I would recommend a thicker, chunky salsa. It’ll hold up better with the pork. But if you have the time and ingredients, you can’t beat this grilled pork tenderloin with cantaloupe salsa. I like my salsa nice and chunky. That’s hard to find in the store-bought stuff.
Get yourself a good set of grill tools for this tenderloin and anything else you grill. You won’t regret the extra few bucks they cost over the cheap ones that you’re going to have to replace in a few years. I have had several sets of Weber tools for decades and have yet to replace a single one.
Also try my grilled pork tenderloin with a wonderful cherry salsa.
Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cantaloupe Salsa
Ingredients
- 2 pork tenderloins trimmed (2 to 2 1/2 pounds)
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 6 ounce pineapple juice
- 1 small lime juiced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup Cantaloupe salsa
Instructions
- Place the tenderloins in a large resealable baggie or container.
- Whisk the remaining ingredients together and add to the bag.
- Seal and rotate a few times to cover the meat.
- Place the baggie in a large bowl or deep pan in the fridge for 4-6 hours.
- Fire up your grill for direct and indirect cooking.
- Remove the tenderloins from the marinade and shake off the excess.
- Sear over direct heat then remove to indirect heat and cook until the temperature reaches 150 F.
- Remove from heat and let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve topped with the salsa.
Nutrition
Nutritional values are approximate.
