Root Beer-Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Potatoes

Root beer and vinegar help to tenderize the pork in this delicious main dish recipe.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs 35 mins
Total Time:
8 hrs 50 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup diet root beer

  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar

  • 3 tablespoons light soy sauce

  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper (Optional)

  • 1 pound pork tenderloin

  • 1 pound peeled, cubed sweet potatoes

  • 1 tablespoon canola oil

  • Nonstick cooking spray

  • teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl combine root beer, vinegar, soy sauce and crushed pepper, if desired. Place the pork in a resealable plastic bag set in a shallow dish. Pour half of the root beer mixture over the pork. Seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. Refrigerate remaining root beer mixture until needed.

  2. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Place the potatoes on a foil-lined baking sheet, drizzle with the oil and toss to coat well. Arrange potatoes in a single layer, pushing potatoes to the sides slightly to make room for the pork tenderloin.

  3. Remove the pork from the marinade, discarding marinade. Pat pork dry with paper towels. Lightly coat a very large nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Cook pork over medium-high heat 3 minutes, turn and cook 3 minutes or until sides are browned. Place pork in center of potatoes on prepared baking sheet. Bake 20 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender and pork is slightly pink in center (155 degrees F), stirring sweet potatoes once halfway through roasting time.

  4. Meanwhile, add the remaining root beer mixture to the skillet and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring to release any browned bits. Boil 2 to 3 minutes or until reduced to about 2 tablespoons liquid, stirring frequently. Pour into a small bowl and set aside.

  5. Place the pork on a cutting board and let stand 5 minutes before slicing. Sprinkle the salt evenly over the potatoes and toss to combine. Cover with foil to keep warm while pork stands. To serve, drizzle the sauce evenly over the pork slices.

Originally appeared: Diabetic Living Magazine

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

249 Calories
6g Fat
21g Carbs
26g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 serving
Calories 249
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 21g 8%
Dietary Fiber 2g 9%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 26g 53%
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 6%
Cholesterol 74mg 25%
Vitamin A 11583IU 232%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Folate 9mcg 2%
Sodium 589mg 26%
Calcium 36mg 3%
Iron 2mg 10%
Magnesium 53mg 13%
Potassium 748mg 16%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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