Pork Tenderloin Stuffed with Spinach, Prosciutto, and Mozzarella Cheese

I saw this recipe on Skinnytaste.com and I altered it to suit my families taste buds.

Servings: 4 • Size: 2 slices each

Ingredients:

3 cloves garlic, crushed,
2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed,
2 tsp Dijon mustard,
1 tsp olive oil,
1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper,
1 (1 lb) pork tenderloin,
2 oz  mozzarella cheese,
2 cups fresh baby spinach,
2 tbsp chopped sun dried tomatoes,
1 oz thin sliced prosciutto,
salt and fresh cracked pepper, to taste

Directions:

Combine crushed garlic, lemon juice, mustard, olive oil, and pepper; mix well.

Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of the tenderloin to within 1/2- inch of bottom (careful not to cut all the way through). Open tenderloin so it lies flat. On each half, make another, lengthwise slit down the center to within 1/2-inch of bottom; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 1/4-in. thickness with a mallet.

Remove plastic wrap; spread 1/2 of the garlic/Dijon mixture on the inside of the pork. Layer the cheese, spinach, sun dried tomatoes and proscuitto on top, press down gently.

Roll up pork jelly-roll style, starting with a long side. Tie the roast at 1-1/2-inch to 2-inch intervals with kitchen string, or use toothpicks to keep it together.

Season lightly with course Kosher salt, and remaining garlic/Dijon mixture. Place on a rack in a shallow baking pan.

Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160°. Place under the broiler to brown the top for 5 minutes, then transfer to a serving platter or cutting board. Let stand 10 minutes before removing string and slicing. Slice in 8 pieces.

This could be served plain or on Quinoa, Brown Rice, or mashed Cauliflower, for fewer carbohydrates..  Add grated cheese to any of these options for more flavor..