Dijon-Grilled Pork Picnic Plate
Smoky Dijon-herb pork tenderloin and a crisp French green bean potato salad make a polished, packable park cookout for two.
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Ingredients
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Kroger® Fresh Natural Pork Tenderloin1 lb $8.29
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Kroger® Fresh French Green Beans Bag6 oz $4.89
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Private Selection® Petite Gold Gourmet Potatoes12 oz $2.99
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Kroger® Radishes4 radishes $2.49
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Shallots1 small shallot $4.49
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Parsley2 tablespoons chopped $1.89
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Dijon mustard2 tablespoons, divided
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White wine vinegar1 1/2 tablespoons
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Olive oil3 tablespoons, divided
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Garlic powder1/2 teaspoon
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Herbes de Provence or dried thyme1 teaspoon
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Kosher salt and black pepperto taste
Instructions
- The night before, halve the petite potatoes, trim the green beans, thinly slice the radishes and shallot, chop the parsley, and whisk 1 tablespoon Dijon, the vinegar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, a pinch of salt, and plenty of black pepper in a lidded container.
- Cook the potatoes in well-salted boiling water at home until just tender, 10 to 12 minutes; lift them into the vinaigrette while warm, then boil the green beans separately for 2 to 3 minutes, rinse under cold water until cool, dry well, and refrigerate the beans in a separate container or bag.
- Toss the dressed potatoes with the radishes, shallot, and parsley, then cover and refrigerate overnight; keep the raw pork tenderloin sealed separately in a leakproof bag or container in the refrigerator until departure.
- For transport, pack the chilled potato salad, separate green beans, and sealed raw pork in a cooler with plenty of ice or ice packs so the pork stays below 40°F until grilling.
- At the park, light the charcoal and let it ash over for 20 to 30 minutes, then set up a two-zone grill with hot coals on one side and a cooler side on the other; meanwhile, pat the pork dry and rub it with 1 tablespoon Dijon, 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic powder, herbes de Provence, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the pork over direct heat, turning every few minutes, until browned on all sides, about 10 to 12 minutes; move it to the cooler side and cook until the center reaches 145°F, about 4 to 8 minutes more.
- Transfer the pork to a clean board and rest for 5 to 10 minutes; while it rests, toss the chilled green beans into the potato salad and adjust with a little extra vinegar, salt, or pepper if needed.
- Slice the pork into medallions and plate with the green bean potato salad, spooning any resting juices over the meat for a rustic French picnic finish.
Total time: 60 minutes active/cooking time, plus overnight refrigeration for the make-ahead side
Estimated cost: About $18–$23 for listed ingredients, assuming pantry Dijon, vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Health notes: Serves 2; about 560 calories per serving with roughly 45g protein, moderate carbs from potatoes, and healthy fats from olive oil.
Drink pairing: A chilled dry rosé is picnic-friendly and bright enough for the Dijon vinaigrette and smoky grilled pork.