February 17, 2017 44 Comments

Mediterranean Marinated Balsamic Pork Loin Skillet {Paleo}

Mediterranean Marinated Balsamic Pork Loin Skillet with vegetables makes for an easy one pan meal! Veggie Packed, Nourishing, Paleo, low carb, and ready 45 minutes. You and your family will love this flavorful pork loin skillet dish in a tangy balsamic marinade.

Skillet meals are a mom’s best friend! Yes, an almighty super easy pork loin skillet recipe. But first, let’s take a walk down memory lane again. Mmm k?

Just like the childhood cereal throw back recipe, I think we all have a childhood dinner we grew up on. Especially the skillet meals. You know, hamburger helper or cheeseburger mac and cheese. Dang, I can just taste those now. Although I rarely got much. My three brothers would inhale it all before I even sat down at the table. Well, not much hasn’t changed here. My husband does quite the same. Unless I give him wine beforehand. Shhh… don’t tell hum my trick. Haha!

Anyway, despite my attempts to have a “slow” skillet dinner, I’m still happy to watch him inhale it. The man (aka the kiwi) did not have pork loin or skillet dinners growing up in New Zealand. Nope. It was beans on toast, spaghetti on toast (it’s a thing), sausage rolls, or mince meat pies. Oh and Lamb!

When I showed him just how easy it is to cook pork loin (which has similar texture to lamb loin) in the skillet, he was quite impressed. I was trying to be like … “So this would be an easy low carb skillet meal for when I’m out of town” kind of nudge. Did I mention he goes in spurts of wanting to eat low carb/ high fat? Ya, so there’s that. I guess that means more cookie cereal for me. But I digress. You know this.

Let’s get back to the Mediterranean Marinated Balsamic Pork Loin Skillet.

Now that you know that this dish has the ease of a one pot wonder and meal prep friendly, let’s talk about those flavahhhhh! . Mediterranean flavors that feel so sophisticated. What I like to call “fake your way fancy” winner of a dinner. err… Balsamic Pork Loin Skillet DINNER.

Basil, Zucchini, sautéed onion, olives, herbs, and marinated Balsamic Pork Loin. Key being that marinated Balsamic Pork Loin. Simplicity at it’s finest.

The Gluten Free Nutrition Specialist in me get’s excited because this dish is naturally gluten free and balanced! Veggies, protein, and healthy unsaturated fats. You’re welcome! The Foodie in me thinks “Oh a glass of Pinot Noir would be heavenly with this Balsamic Marinade.” The Thrifty Wife/woman in me is giddy because this pork loin skillet is awesome for make ahead lunches and meal prep. Just throw over white rice or potatoes and BANG… Carbs make it more!

Speaking of meal prep, my Meal Prep Lovely ladies are back to share their favorite Gluten Free one pan Skillet meals! Healthy, flavorful, unreal easy to make! There just so happens to be a healthier grown up version of hamburger helper included. The inner child in me squeals for that!

Okay, I’m done being corny. Let’s get the rest of these skillet dinners so you can plan the weekend. Take notes, come hungry!

Turkey Skillet Mac and Cheese from Gina via Running to the Kitchen –
This one-pot turkey skillet mac and cheese is like a grownup version of hamburger helper and a much healthier option than that boxed stuff. Filled with spinach, peppers, real cheddar cheese, on the table in just 30 minutes and easily made gluten-free too!
Loaded Veggie Taco Skillet from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen

This 30-Minute Loaded Taco Skillet is loaded with veggies, lean protein, and so much flavor! All you need is 30 minutes and one skillet to prepare this low carb, healthy meal that everybody will devour!

3. Mediterranean Marinated PORK LOIN SKILLET oh yea!

Paleo, whole 30 friendly, meal prep friendly (just add carbs like rice), and all that JAZZ!

4. Mexican Sweet Potato Rice Bake from Taylor and Food Faith Fitness

This one-pot chicken Mexican rice casserole uses sweet potato for extra creaminess! It’s a healthy, gluten free, 8 ingredient dinner for busy weeknights that is only 330 calories

5. Zucchini Noodle Shrimp Lo Mein from Brittany at Eating Bird Food

Dinner is done in less than 20 minutes with this quick and easy zucchini noodle lo mein. It’s loaded with shrimp and veggies for a low-carb protein packed meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Paleo and gluten-free.

Did you take notes? Good! I hope you try them all! And saved room for this pork loin skillet. It won’t take up much time. Ready?

Enjoy this balsamic pork recipe!