½ C canned diced pineapple, in fruit juice, chopped into small pieces
¼ C red onion, minced
2 tsp fresh cilantro, rinsed, dried, and chopped (or substitute ¼ tsp dried coriander)
1 Tbsp lemon juice

For seasoning:

1 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp ground coriander
1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground allspice
1 Tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
2 tsp chili powder
¼ tsp salt

calories	215
Total fat	9 g
Saturated fat	3 g
Cholesterol	67 mg
Sodium	226 mg
Total fiber	2 g
Protein	25 g
Carbohydrates	9 g
Potassium	451 mg

Directions

1

Preheat oven to 375 ºF.
2

For the salsa, combine all ingredients and toss well. Let sit for 10–15 minutes to marinate while preparing the seasoning and cooking the meat.
3

For the beef tenderloin seasoning, combine all ingredients. Lightly oil the tenderloin and spread an even layer of the dry seasoning over the entire roast.

4	Place the seasoned roast on a roasting or broiling pan and roast 10–15 minutes (to a minimum internal temperature of 145 ºF). Let cool for 5 minutes before carving into 16 slices (1 ounce each).

5

Serve four slices of the tenderloin with ¼ cup salsa on the side.

Tip: Delicious with a side of rice and Grilled Romaine Lettuce With Caesar Dressing.

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