Ginger Lime Pork Tenderloin
This Ginger Lime Pork Tenderloin delivers 18g protein and 222 calories per serving — a lean option for fat-loss phases. Quick-preps 6 servings on the stovetop, stretching your meal-prep batch across multiple days. Built for cutting cycles where you need high protein-to-calorie ratios.
Ingredients
- •Avocado oil(80g)
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(80g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(45g)
- •Garlic
- •Lime
- •flaky sea salt and freshly-ground black pepper
- •Pork Tenderloin, Boneless(454g)
The leanest pork cut. Do not confuse with pork loin (wider, fattier).
Instructions
- 1Grate the fresh ginger and garlic into a large mixing bowl. Zest the lime, then cut the lime in half and reserve for later use. Add the avocado oil, low-sodium soy sauce, grated ginger, grated garlic, lime zest, and black pepper to the bowl and whisk until combined.
- 2Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels, then add it to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes or up to 4 hours.
- 3Remove the pork tenderloin from the refrigerator 15–20 minutes before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature.
- 4Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Carefully place the pork tenderloin in the skillet and cook for 5–7 minutes without moving it until the surface is golden brown.
- 5Flip the pork tenderloin and cook for another 5–7 minutes over medium-high heat until the internal temperature reaches 140°F when measured at the thickest part with an instant-read thermometer.
- 6Transfer the pork tenderloin to a clean cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- 7Slice the rested pork tenderloin into 6 equal portions. Divide evenly into 6 airtight containers while warm. Squeeze fresh lime juice over each portion and season with flaky sea salt and black pepper.
- 8Seal the containers and refrigerate for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition — Per Serving
222
calories
18g
protein
16g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
- Saturated fat
- 2.2g
- Sodium
- 512 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.2g
6 servings per batch · ~110g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Ginger Lime Pork Tenderloin have per serving?
Each serving provides 18g of protein at 222 calories with 16g fat and only 2g carbs. This is a carb-minimal option that keeps you in a lean macro range.
How long does Ginger Lime Pork Tenderloin take to prep?
Marked as quick prep, this recipe batch-preps 6 servings on the stovetop, giving you multiple portions ready for quick protein additions throughout your week. The efficient batch size maximizes meal prep value.
Is Ginger Lime Pork Tenderloin good for fat loss?
At 222 calories and 18g protein per serving with nearly zero carbs, this recipe is well-suited for fat loss phases or low-carb approaches where you need protein without carbohydrate impact. The minimal carb content makes it flexible for daily macro targets.
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