Boneless Pork Loin Roast with Garlic and Fresh Herbs is perfect for a busy weeknight or serving when entertaining! Easy and delicious.
Originally posted March 2017; updated September 2018
One of my very favorite cuts of meat is the center cut boneless pork loin roast. It’s a dense cut of meat that when cooked properly is succulent, tender, flavorful with a great ‘mouth feel’.
I’m sure if you watch cooking shows you’ve heard that last term before,”mouth feel”. It might sound a bit weird but it’s aptly descriptive of something that has a pleasurable texture to chew.
This Boneless Pork Loin Roast recipe with Garlic and Fresh Herbs could not be easier and is simply delicious; making it a great choice for weeknights or entertaining.
Difference between Pork Tenderloin and Boneless Pork Loin Roast
To avoid confusion I want to clarify the difference between these two popular cuts of pork; a pork tenderloin and a pork loin.
They come from different locations on the animal and are different cuts of meat.
Pork Tenderloin
The pork tenderloin is a long, more slender cut of pork. It’s also fantastic for quick recipes and is a great choice for marinating. It has a light natural flavor perfect for absorbing flavors from marinating before cooking.
The pork tenderloin has very little fat so should not be over cooked or it can dry out.
Boneless Pork Loin Roast
A center cut boneless pork loin is a larger cut of meat and has some fat around the outside. By comparison a slice of pork tenderloin is about 2-3 inches in diameter versus the center boneless pork loin roast which would be more like 5-6 inches.
Generally, a boneless pork loin roast will have been trimmed before you buy it but the external fat adds to the flavor and juiciness without it tasting fatty.
The present fat can be trimmed further but I prefer to leave it intact.
This cut of pork (the boneless center cut loin) can be used for pork chops too (the butcher will but them for you) and they too are delicious.
Why You Should Make a Boneless Pork Loin Roast
Besides the flavor and texture of the boneless pork loin roast, I love the ease of making it.
It does not require being marinated because of its natural flavor. Adding a simple rub, as in this recipe, becomes a finishing touch without much effort.
I think finding solid, easy to make recipes that fit with busy weeknight, lazy weekends and entertaining are a golden find. This Boneless Pork Loin Roast with Garlic and Fresh Herbs certainly fills that bill.
How to Make this Boneless Pork Loin Roast recipe
This boneless pork loin roast is massaged with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, chopped fresh garlic, fresh rosemary and fresh thyme and placed in a roasting pan.
It’s roasted and flipped midway to emerge with a lovely crust and juicy meat. That’s it!
Serve it with some Fresh Green Beans with Bacon and Sliced Almonds, a nice green salad or some Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes with Sour Cream and Garlic!
Your kitchen will be so fragrant when making dinner!
A Kitchen Tool You Need
One of my key kitchen tools is an Instant Read thermometer. When cooking meat that is leaner like the boneless pork loin roast, it’s key to be able to measure the temperature quickly and remove the meat at the right time to not overcook it.
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making Boneless Pork Loin Roast with Garlic and Fresh Herbs:
Whether it be for a homey Sunday dinner or a busy weeknight, this Boneless Pork Loin Roast with Garlic and Fresh Herbs never disappoints. With five-ten minutes prep time, a flip of the roast mid-way through cooking, and the end result is a reliably tender, succulent roast every time.
Other easy pork recipes you’ll love:
- Peanut-Encrusted Asian Pork Tenderloin is a recipe I developed for a quick meal cookbook online. It’s full of flavor and great to make weeknight dinners special when you have no time.
- Spicy Cumin-Lime Pork Tenderloin adds some spicy flair to the dinner table in record cooking time.
- Sheet Pan Spicy Pork Chops with Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potatoes is a great way to make an entire dinner on one pan in a flash.
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Boneless Pork Loin Roast with Garlic and Herbs
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh Rosemary Leaves*
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh Thyme*
- 4 large Garlic Cloves , diced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Kosher Salt
- 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground Black Pepper
- 1 2-1/2 pound Boneless Pork Loin Roast
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a roasting pan with foil; dull side facing up.
- Combine the rosemary, thyme, garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl; mix fully. Rub the mixture into the pork roast on all sides.
- Place the roast in the prepared pan (if one side has more prominent fat, place that side facing down in the pan). Cook for 30 minutes and flip over.
- Roast 20 additional minutes and check the internal temperature. Remove the roast when the internal temperature reaches 155 degrees F. Allow the roast to rest for 10 minutes before cutting into 1/2 inch slices (across the roast). Serve with any pan juices.
Recipe Notes
Adapted from Epicurious
Rebecca {foodie with family} says
That is a beautiful pork roast. It looks positively luscious.
Yvette says
Can’t wait! We are making this for New Years day dinner. Happy New Year Toni!!!
Toni Dash says
It was my most popular recipe this Yes! Hope you’ll love it. Such a great cut of meat.
Luda says
Thank you for the recipe how much is Boneless Pork Loin Roast it’s 2 1/2 pound or more
Toni Dash says
Hi Luda. The recipe is based on a 2 1/2 pound roast. If you get one smaller or larger, you can adjust the cooking time and monitor with an Instant Read thermometer.
robin rue says
I HAVE to make this for my family! They are going to LOVE it.
Stacie says
I love these flavors here so much! I make pork loin all the time, but it’s starting to get boring. Time to throw some garlic at it!
ADS says
Ah such a great dinner. Perfect for all the upcoming holiday dinners.
Foodie Finds Home says
This looks very delicious. My son is a big pork loin fan so I hope to make this for him this upcoming weekend. I believe he’d appreciate the flavors.
Meghan says
Mmmmmm this is the ideal recipe for a chilly night. I bet it’s amazing!
Margie DQ says
This looks delicious! I am saving it to cook in the future. Thanks!
Melissa Chapman says
That pork loin roast does look like a great cut of meat and so moist, tender and very little fat. I rarely cook pork but this meal looks worth trying.
Ashley says
That pork loin looks amazing- tender and juicy. I will definitely have to try it out!
Melissa Sperka says
Perfectly cooked and so flavorful!
Toni Dash says
Thanks Melissa!
Liz Mays says
This sounds really good. We make pork loin fairly often and I’d love to try it with some new flavors.
Toni Dash says
You won’t believe the great flavor just the garlic and fresh herbs give this Liz!
Joanne says
Simple to prepare, but so delicious as the star of the meal!
diane says
Toni this looks amazing! It’s the perfect roast for Sunday Supper. LOVE.
Shannon Gurnee says
This is such a pretty dish! We love pork loin in our home and I bet my family would enjoy this!
Brianne says
This is an incredible pork roast! This will surely be a popular dish for the upcoming fall weather!
Lori @ RecipeGirl says
I love this for a Sunday night dinner!
Cyn Gagen says
I love a good pork loin and this one sounds amazing. We’re not having Thanksgiving until later in October because we’ll be in the US for it but I think this needs to be our main dish.
Toni Dash says
You won’t be disappointed, I promise!
Amy says
My husband is not a huge fan of pork loin because he always feels like it is dry and flavorless. I on the other hand love it and think this recipe is fabulous!
Veronica Solomon says
This looks so juicy and delicious. I just love pork and this definitely looks inviting
1stopmom says
I love making boneless pork loin for dinner. It is one of my favorite things to make in my slow cooker. I have never had it with garlic though. It sounds delicious! Thanks for the recipe, I think I will give it a try the next time I go grocery shopping.
Toni Dash says
I’ve actually never made it in the slow cooker! This recipe is so easy you won’t even miss not using the slow cooker!
Emily says
I love that you explain the difference between pork tenderloin and pork loin. It’s a common mix-up! The fresh herbs are so good with pork, and this looks delish!
Jennifer H says
What a great dinner dish – especially for fall! I can definitely see my boys enjoying this.
Heather says
You are absolultey right, the flavor and texture is amazing!
Erin Dee says
This pork loin looks so perfectly cooked! What a great dinner for the family!
krystal says
I regularly reach for pork loins for fast meals since you can just bake and enjoy! Love your version, delicious!
Dee says
This looks amazing, and I love these flavors!
Toni Dash says
Thank you!
Rachel says
Pork loin is my favorite meat to roast. I am definitely going to try this recipe out. It will look so fancy.
Toni Dash says
I love it too! Glad to find a kindred pork loin spirit!
Kristin says
Ok, so I’m not typically big on pork loin, but this looks absolutely incredible. I’m drooling over here!
Catalina says
This Pork Loin is such a delicious comfort food! I need to try your recipe!
Lisa Favre says
I am always so intimidated preparing pork but I think you make this recipe easy and accessible. Gotta try it out for my fam!
Peter says
THIs dish looks superb. I love roasts in this house. Easy meal that satisfies all the kids and gives me a little more time during the day
Allyson Zea says
Not only does this look so tender and juicy, but it looks GORGEOUS! I love the
Katerina @ diethood .com says
Oh my goodness, this sounds amaaazing!! I can’t wait to try this recipe!!! YUM!!
Jeanine says
Wow! This looks absolutely incredible. I love roast and haven’t had a roast pork in such a long time. Would love to try this out for dinner tonight!
Reesa Lewandowski says
Pork lion is on sale this week! This is the perfect meal for the fall!
Toni Dash says
That sounds like it was meant to be!
Kiwi says
For pork lovers this is a good dish to make. This would also make for a great holiday entree meals.
Toni Dash says
Agree on both points Kiwi!
Marjory says
Fantastic recipe! Love all the fresh herbs. Will be making this on the weekend so we can leftovers for sandwiches!
Krista says
I am drooling over this! I love the way you seasoned it!
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says
Oh my WORD that looks good! I felt the first nip in the air this morning in So Cal, so I am ready to roast!
Stephanie Manley says
I love this flavor combination!