Sometimes, a good meal needs nothing more than a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience. This Italian Pork Loin is a great example of that — perfectly seasoned, roasted until juicy, and served with tender vegetables that soak up all the flavors. You’ll love how easy it is to prepare!
Italian Pork Loin
This Italian Pork Loin features a garlic and herb crust that locks in flavor while the pork roasts to perfection. Paired with tender carrots and onions, this dish delivers savory Italian-inspired goodness with minimal effort. It's an impressive, wholesome meal that’s easy enough for a weeknight yet elegant enough for guests.
Ingredients
Step-by-step Process
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Mix the olive oil, garlic, salt, basil, thyme, rosemary, Italian seasoning, and pepper in a small bowl.
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Rub the seasoning mix over the pork loin roast.
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Place carrots and onions in the bottom of a 13x9-inch baking pan. Set the pork loin on top of the vegetables, fat side up.
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Cover the pan and refrigerate for 1 hour.
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Preheat the oven to 475°F. Roast the pork for 20 minutes.
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Lower the oven temperature to 425°F and continue roasting until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (about 30-40 minutes).
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Remove the roast from the oven, cover it loosely with foil, and let it rest for 20 minutes before slicing.
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 295kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 13g20%
- Saturated Fat 4g20%
- Cholesterol 95mg32%
- Sodium 388mg17%
- Total Carbohydrate 9g3%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 4g
- Protein 34g68%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For the best flavor, don’t skip the resting period after roasting. This allows the juices to redistribute within the pork, making it more tender and juicy.
