Golden brown, succulent slices of pork loin edge the dinner plate like rays of a sun. At the center, a mound of glossy, deep green mustard greens glistening with garlic-lemon glaze. Specks of lemon zest and garlic pieces are visible, adding color and rustic charm. A sprig of fresh rosemary on the side provides a pop of color and an aromatic touch.

Rosemary Garlic Roasted Pork with Lemon Garlic Mustard Greens

Name: Rosemary Garlic Roasted Pork with Lemon Garlic Mustard Greens
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 100 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Mustard Greens, 2 bunches cleaned, stems removed; Pork Loin, 2 lbs tied; Rosemary, 5 sprigs leaves removed; Garlic, 5 cloves minced; Lemon, 1 whole zested and juiced; Olive Oil, 3 tablespoons; Salt, To taste; Black Pepper, To taste

Category Main Course

Prep 40 minutes

Cook 60 minutes

Style American

Technique Marinating

Diet Friendly High protein

Daily Recipe: January 08, 2025

This recipe takes a classic winter warming comfort food and gives it a fresh, green twist. Tender marinated pork loin is roast to succulence, paired with a vibrant side of mustard greens sautéed in garlic and lemon zest, it's a tasty revelation. Mustard greens, the hero of this dish, are a nutritional powerhouse packed with vitamins and have a unique peppery flavor which goes beautifully with savory pork.

Ingredients (for 4)

Mustard greens - 2 bunches - cleaned, stems removed
Pork loin - 2 lbs - tied
Rosemary - 5 sprigs - leaves removed
Garlic - 5 cloves - minced
Lemon - 1 whole - zested and juiced
Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
Salt - To taste
Black pepper - To taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🌡️🔥⏲️

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C)
Step 2 - 🍖🌿🧂⏳

Marinate the 2 lbs of pork loin with half the garlic, rosemary, 1.5 tablespoons of olive oil, salt and black pepper. Let the pork sit in the marinade for about 30 minutes.
Step 3 - 🍖🔥⏲️

Place the marinated pork on a roasting rack and put it in the preheated oven. Let it cook for about 60 minutes or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C).
Step 4 - 🌿🔥🍳

Ten minutes before the pork is done, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the remaining 1.5 tablespoons olive oil. Fry the remaining garlic until it is fragrant. Add the 2 bunches of mustard greens and cook them until they wilt. Season the greens with salt and pepper.
Step 5 - 🍋🌿✨

Finish your mustard greens by adding the zest and juice of 1 lemon.
Step 6 - 🍽️🍖🌿

Post-roast, allow the pork to rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve the slices with the mustard greens on the side.

Additional

Did you know mustard greens are one of the most nutrient-dense green leafy vegetables you can eat? On a different note, you can also switch the mustard greens with kale or swiss chard. If you don't consume pork, a whole roast chicken can be used instead.