Roast Pork Loin With Vegetable Ratatouille

Ingredients

• 3 garlic cloves, minced (1 1/2 teaspoons minced)
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary, crushed or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• pork tenderloin
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano or 2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
• 2 teaspoons finely shredded lemon peel
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 lb small zucchini, halved lengthwise
• 1 lb small summer squash, halved lengthwise
• 1 medium onion, sliced 1/2 inch thick
• 2 small red bell peppers, halved and seeded (8 ounces)
• 2 small yellow bell peppers, halved and seeded (8 ounces)
• 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• 1 tablespoon caper, rinsed and drained
• 4 large fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips
• kosher salt
• fresh ground black pepper

Directions

1. 1

   In a small bowl combine 2 cloves of the garlic, the rosemary, and 1 tablespoon of the oil. Spoon mixture evenly over pork; rub in with your fingers.

2. 2

   In the same small bowl combine remaining clove of garlic, remaining 1 tablespoon oil, the oregano, lemon peel, and lemon juice. Brush over zucchini, yellow summer squash, onion, and bell peppers.

3. 3

   Place a rack in the center of a large shallow roasting pan. Place tenderloin on rack. Arrange seasoned vegetables around the edge of the pan. (The vegetables don’t need to be on the rack). Roast in a 425° oven for 30 to 40 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into center of tenderloin registers 155°F Remove tenderloin from roasting pan. Cover with foil and let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. The temperature of the meat after standing should be 160°F Transfer vegetables to a very large serving bowl; add tomatoes, capers, and basil. Toss to combine. Season to taste with kosher salt and black pepper. Cover and let stand until pork is ready to serve.

4. 4

   Cut pork into 1/4-inch slices. Serve pork on top of vegetables.

5. 5

   Tip: The vegetable ratatouille can also be served as a side dish for roast poultry or it can be used as a filling in a sandwich with sliced meat.