Mediterranean Pork and Tapenade Roll Ups

Delight your taste buds with these Mediterranean Pork and Tapenade Roll Ups, a masterful blend of vibrant Mediterranean flavors and elegant presentation. Tender pork tenderloin is butterflied, seasoned, and generously spread with a zesty homemade tapenade made from Kalamata olives, capers, fresh parsley, garlic, and a hint of lemon. Layered with fresh spinach leaves and rolled into a perfect cylinder, the pork is seared to golden perfection before being oven-roasted for a juicy, melt-in-your-mouth finish. This impressive dish is quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes of prep time, and is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve these savory roll-ups with roasted vegetables or a crisp salad for a wholesome, restaurant-worthy meal that’s bursting with Mediterranean flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Pork tenderloin
• 0.75 cup Pitted Kalamata olives
• 1 tbsp Capers
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 cup Fresh spinach leaves
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 4 pieces Kitchen twine

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

Butterfly the pork tenderloin by slicing it lengthwise down the center, being careful not to cut all the way through. Open the meat like a book and pound it evenly to about 1/2 inch thickness using a meat mallet.

Step 3

Season the pork tenderloin with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Set aside.

Step 4

In a food processor, combine the pitted Kalamata olives, capers, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, and olive oil. Pulse until the mixture forms a coarse paste, creating the tapenade.

Step 5

Spread the tapenade evenly over the butterflied pork tenderloin, leaving a 1-inch border along the edges.

Step 6

Lay the fresh spinach leaves evenly over the tapenade layer.

Step 7

Starting from one long end, tightly roll up the pork tenderloin into a cylinder. Secure the roll with kitchen twine, tying it in four evenly spaced sections to hold its shape.

Step 8

Season the outside of the pork roll with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 9

Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork roll on all sides for about 2 minutes per side, or until browned.

Step 10

Transfer the skillet (or place the pork roll on the prepared baking sheet if not using an oven-safe skillet) into the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 11

Remove the pork roll from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into 1-inch thick pieces.

Step 12

Serve the Mediterranean Pork and Tapenade Roll Ups warm with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(709.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1105.0

Total Fat 64.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 308.4mg	0%
Sodium 6952.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 0.6g
Protein 115.5g	0%

Vitamin D 36.3IU	0%
Calcium 196.0mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 2445.4mg	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: 52.2%

Protein: 41.6%

Carbs: 6.2%