Guinness Pork Loin with Potatoes and Cucumber Salad
Pork loin baked with a quick Guinness glaze, served alongside herby potatoes and a crisp cucumber salad. This easy dinner has a rich, savoury taste, but the salad keeps it light and fresh.
Nutrition
- Calories 517kcal 85kcal
- Fat 18.5g 3.1g
- Carbs 51.7g 8.6g
- Protein 35.2g 5.8g
- Fibre 6.4g 1.1g
Ingredients
- Main Recipe
On the Side
Marinade
Light Grated Cucumber Salad
Spoon measurements may change based on how you scoop the ingredients.
For the most accurate results and nutrition info, it’s best to use grams.
Method
Why I Like this Recipe
This recipe is full of flavour but doesn’t take hours to make. A short rest seasons the pork, and baking keeps it juicy and light. With simple potatoes and fresh cucumber salad, it’s comforting, nourishing, and perfect for healthy everyday meals.
Tips and Variations
- Lean pork loin keeps this meal high in protein and low in fat.
- Fresh parsley gives the potatoes a lift without adding calories.
- Add extra vegetables, such as green beans or broccoli.
- This is a good one for meal prep. The pork stays juicy even when reheated.
- Leftovers are great sliced thin for wraps or tossed into salads.
- If you like less sweetness, just use a little less honey.
Meal Storage
Store pork and potatoes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep the cucumber salad separate.
Freezer tips
Freeze only the cooked pork for up to 2 months. Use an airtight container or wrap the meat well so it doesn’t dry out in the freezer. Potatoes and cucumber salad taste best when fresh.
Let the pork defrost overnight in the fridge, then reheat gently until it’s warmed through.
Frequently Asked Questions
The resting time improves flavour, but the recipe will still work if shortened slightly.
No. The alcohol cooks off during baking, leaving only flavour.
Yes. A dark beer works best, but any mild beer can be used.
Yes. The pork reheats well and keeps its texture.
Yes. Olive oil is a good alternative.
Yes. It is high in protein, balanced and prepared without frying.
Yes. The alcohol from the beer cooks off during baking, leaving only the flavour. The finished dish is safe for children to eat.
Closing Note
This Guinness pork loin is best served warm with herby potatoes and crisp cucumber salad, making it a hearty but fresh dinner. For another simple pork dinner with potatoes, try this roasted pork tenderloin with baby potatoes.
- 💪 High Protein
- 🌓 Partially Freezer Friendly
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