Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Peach Salsa - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- ¼ tsp. ground black pepper
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. oregano, dried
- Peach Salsa
- 2 peaches, peeled and diced
- ½ cup finely diced red onion
- 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high.
- Season the pork with the black pepper, garlic powder, and oregano.
- Place the pork on the grill and cook, turning frequently, for 12 to 15 minutes, or until done. Transfer the pork to a platter and allow the meat to rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together the peach salsa ingredients. Slice the pork and serve with peach salsa.
- Dietitian Tip: Grilled pork tenderloin is quick, easy, healthy and delicious!! Pork goes well with sweet flavors like peaches or you can substitute mango for the peaches here. Healthy eating can taste great!
- MAKE IT GLUTEN-FREE: Confirm ingredients are gluten-free and this recipe can be made gluten-free.
- Choices: 1/2 Fruit, 1 Nonstarchy Vegetable, 3 Lean Protein
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Peach Salsa contribute to your health goals:
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Bell pepper: Vitamin C supports adrenal function and may help manage cortisol levels in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS, and nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Peach Salsa can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
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