Pesto Garlic Rubbed Roasted Pork Sirloin
Enjoy a wholesome family dinner with this Pesto Garlic Rubbed Roasted Pork Sirloin and Potatoes. Garlic and fresh herb rubbed pork loin seared then roasted, topped with pesto sauce.
It’s simple comfort food but lightened up so you can feel good about it. Fresh pork is a healthy lean protein and can be a flavorful alternative to chicken or beef. It’s also a good source of vitamins and minerals such as potassium, zinc, B6, thiamin and niacin. 
One three-ounce serving of lean fresh pork is packed with protein, providing 22 grams of protein with only 120 calories.
Pesto Garlic Rubbed Roasted Pork Sirloin is a perfect family meal, anytime. Prep is quick and simple. Start by browning the pork roast in a pan over high heat. This adds extra flavor and provides nice texture. Then rub with a seasoned garlic, thyme and rosemary mixture and roast in a covered pot until tender. Finish off with a pesto garnish and serve with roasted or mashed potatoes for a complete, wholesome meal.
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Pesto Garlic Rubbed Roasted Pork Sirloin
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Boneless Pork Sirloin Roast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon light olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary divided
- ½ cup pesto sauce
- 2 pounds red potatoes (cut into 1-inch cubes) omit for keto/low-carb
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° F. Sprinkle both sides of pork roast evenly with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in skillet or dutch oven to medium-high heat. Add the pork roast and cook 4-6 minutes, or until browned, rotate and brown other side. Remove from heat.
- In a medium bowl, stir together garlic, thyme and ½-tablespoon of rosemary. Rub over both sides of the pork roast. Cover pan and place in oven. Roast 45-60 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 145-150° F. with an instant read thermometer. Remove from pan, rub with pesto sauce and cover with foil.
- Meanwhile: Raise oven temp to 425° F. Place potatoes on a foil-lined baking sheet. Lightly coat with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and remaining rosemary. Roast 15-20 minutes, or until browned and tender. Slice the pork roast and serve with potatoes.
