Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Grilled Asparagus

Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Grilled Asparagus

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Sprinkle the pork loin with salt and black pepper.

Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Grilled Asparagus

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the pork until it is golden brown all over, about 8 minutes. Add the rosemary sprigs to the grill pan.

Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Grilled Asparagus

Transfer the pan to the oven and roast the pork until an instant-read meat thermometer registers 150 degrees F when inserted into the thickest part of the pork, about 20 minutes.

Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Grilled Asparagus

Brush the pork with the Dijon mustard.

Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Grilled Asparagus

Chop the parsley and thyme on a cutting board then mound the herbs to create an even bed that is the same length as the pork.

Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Grilled Asparagus

Remove the pork from the grill pan (reserve the pan). Roll the pork in the herbs to coat the pork generously. Let the pork rest for about 10 minutes.

Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Grilled Asparagus

Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in the reserved grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the asparagus and cook until the asparagus is bright green and crisp tender, turning them as needed, about 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat.

Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Grilled Asparagus

Meanwhile, whisk the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil, the balsamic vinegar, and garlic in a medium mixing bowl to blend.

Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Grilled Asparagus

Pour the vinaigrette over the asparagus in the pan and toss to coat. Season the asparagus with salt and pepper.

Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Grilled Asparagus

Using a large sharp knife, cut the pork into thin slices.

Herb-Crusted Pork Loin with Grilled Asparagus