Cajun Rub
1 Tbsp. sweet paprika
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. onion powder
1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves
1 tsp. dried oregano leaves
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 lb. pork tenderloin, trimmed of excess fat
2 tsp. olive oil
5 servings
Serving size: 3 oz.
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25 to 30 minutes
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Coat a roasting pan rack with cooking spray.
2. In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the Cajun Rub.
3. Rub the pork tenderloin with the olive oil. Coat both sides of the pork with the rub, making sure to use all of the rub. Roast the pork until the internal temperature reads 160-170°F, about 25 to 30 minutes.
4. Remove the pork from the oven, and allow it to stand for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
Calories 120
Calories from Fat 40
Total Fat 4.5 g
Saturated Fat 1.1 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 50 mg
Sodium 35 mg
Total Carbohydrate 2 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Sugars 0 g
Protein 18 g
Adapted from Diabetes Forecast
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