Heart-Healthy Svinjski Kare (Pork Loin Roast)

Elevate your dinner experience with this Heart-Healthy Svinjski Kare (Pork Loin Roast), a wholesome twist on a classic Croatian dish. This lean, tender pork loin roast is marinated with a fragrant blend of garlic, fresh rosemary, thyme, lemon zest, and paprika, then slow-roasted to perfection over a colorful medley of carrots, parsnips, baby potatoes, and red onion. Infused with the natural flavors of low-sodium vegetable broth, this recipe prioritizes heart health by trimming visible fat and offering a low-sodium alternative to traditional seasoning. Perfectly balanced and bursting with herbaceous depth, it’s an easy yet elegant main course designed to impress while taking care of your well-being. Serve it hot with the roasted vegetables and savory pan juices for a complete, satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Pork loin (trimmed of visible fat)
• 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves (finely minced)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest (finely grated)
• 1 teaspoon Ground paprika (unsmoked)
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (optional, or use a salt substitute like potassium chloride)
• 1 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
• 3 medium Carrots (cut into chunks)
• 2 medium Parsnips (cut into chunks)
• 1 large Red onion (cut into thick wedges)
• 1 pound Baby potatoes (halved)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, lemon zest, paprika, black pepper, and salt (if using). Mix well to form a marinade.

Step 3

Pat the pork loin dry with paper towels and rub the marinade all over the pork until it is evenly coated. Let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 4

In a large ovenproof skillet or roasting pan, arrange the vegetables (carrots, parsnips, red onion, and baby potatoes) in a single layer. Pour the vegetable broth over the vegetables to prevent drying out.

Step 5

Place the marinated pork loin on top of the vegetables.

Step 6

Cover the skillet or pan loosely with aluminum foil and roast in the preheated oven for 60 minutes.

Step 7

After 60 minutes, remove the foil to allow the pork to brown. Continue roasting uncovered for an additional 20-30 minutes or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the oven and loosely tent the pork with aluminum foil. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Slice the pork and serve with roasted vegetables on the side. Optionally, drizzle any pan juices over the top for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2051.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1978.1

Total Fat 53.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 496.7mg	0%
Sodium 1801.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.5g	0%
Total Sugars 32.0g
Protein 195.5g	0%

Vitamin D 47.6IU	0%
Calcium 356.2mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 7047.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.3%

Protein: 39.6%

Carbs: 36.2%