Looking for a meal that’s rich in protein, high in fiber, and bursting with flavor? This Pork Fillet with Balsamic Lentils is the perfect balance of lean protein, complex carbs, and healthy fats, making it an ideal meal for muscle recovery and sustained energy.
Nutritional Benefits
✅ Lean Protein (Pork Fillet): Supports muscle growth and repair
✅ High-Fiber Lentils: A great source of slow-digesting carbs for lasting energy
✅ Gut-Friendly Veggies: Carrots, celery, and lettuce provide essential vitamins and minerals
MACROS
440 CALORIES
46 PROTEIN
37 CARBS
12 FATS
11 FIBRE
TOTAL TIME
40 MINUTES
SERVES
4 portions
INGREDIENTS
- 400g pork tenderloin, cut into 4
- 500g lentils, cooked
- 2 lettuce, shredded
- 1/2 Lemon, juiced
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Parsley leaf, finely chopped
- Sunflower oil for frying
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 carrot, finely diced
- 1 celery stick, finely diced
- 3 sprigs of rosemary, finely chopped
INSTRUCTIONS
- Heat 1 tablespoon sunflower oil in a deep frying pan and gently cook the onion, carrot, celery, rosemary, and some seasoning for 15 minutes until really soft.
- Meanwhile, heat a non-stick frying pan until medium-hot. Drizzle the pork portions with a little oil and season all over. Cook for 5 minutes on each side until really golden. Put onto a plate and cover tightly with foil to rest for 10 minutes, then slice.
- Add the lentils, lettuce, lemon juice, and balsamic to the onion mix, stir through and cook for 2-3 minutes until the lettuce has just wilted.
- Season and stir through the parsley and any resting juices from the pork, spoon onto plates, and top with the pork slices. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Dietary Highlights
High Protein
Rich in Fiber
Low in Saturated Fat
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