Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cantaloupe Salsa

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.

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cantaloupe Salsa

The Perfect Combination

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
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Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cantaloupe Salsa

I topped this marinated grilled pork tenderloin with cantaloupe salsa. The cool salsa complimented the juicy, tender tenderloin perfectly.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword grilled, pork, salsa
Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 550kcal

Ingredients

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

Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 94g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 295mg | Sodium: 398mg | Potassium: 1798mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 38IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cherry Salsa

I have to say that this grilled pork tenderloin with cherry salsa not only came out tasting fantastic, it was mighty pretty looking too! The cherry salsa on top really made this dish, and would also go well on grilled crostinis. The pork was crazy tender, tasty and juicy. All-in-all, this was a great, simple dish to make that far exceeded my expectations! I was striving to up my grilled pork game. And I was looking to improve my plating skills. Well, I think I got both down pretty darned good with this dish! And ya know, it wasn’t that hard to do, either!

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cherry Salsa

A Delicious Marinade

I’d use the marinade portion of this recipe for grilled pork tenderloin with cherry salsa on other meats. It’d be great on pork chops or chicken. This is a great reason to fire up my Weber grill (not that I needed an excuse!).

I know some folks (like my wife) aren’t used to pork having a slight pink color inside. That’s safe now. You don’t have to over-cook your pork like before to make sure it’s ok to eat. Well, ok but not good because in the old days you really had to overcook it. Not any more.

Also check out my grilled pork tenderloin with a cantaloupe salsa.

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cherry Salsa
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Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cherry Salsa

I have to say that this grilled pork tenderloin with cherry salsa not only came out tasting fantastic, it was mighty pretty looking too! The cherry salsa on top really made this dish, and would also go well on grilled crostinis. 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword grilled, pork, salsa
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6
Calories 868kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cilantro chopped roughly, divided
  • ½ cup shallots minced, divided (use red onion if you don’t have shallots on hand)
  • 6 tablespoons lime juice about 3 limes, divided
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 pork tenderloins trimmed
  • ½ pound cherries stemmed, pitted,halved
  • 1 jalapeño minced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Kosher salt
  • ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Place 1/2 cup of the cilantro, 1/4 cup of the shallots, 4 tablespoons of the lime juice and the vegetable oil in a large resealable baggie. Seal and shake to combine.
  • Add pork tenderloins to the baggie. Reseal, and toss to coat. Let marinate for 15-30 minutes at room temperature.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the remaining cilantro, shallots and lime juice. Add the cherries, jalapeno and olive oil. Mix and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Sear tenderloins over direct heat on the grill. Then continue cooking over indirect heat until the internal temperatures reach 145-150 F.
  • Remove from heat and let rest 10 minutes.
  • Slice thin and serve topped with cherry salsa.

Nutrition

Calories: 868kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 126g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 393mg | Sodium: 318mg | Potassium: 2563mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 6mg

Nutritional values are approximate.