This easy Grilled Pork Roast is prepared with a delicious spice rub plus a sweet and savory 7-Up marinade. You won’t find a more flavorful and juicy pork loin recipe!

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A Delicious Grilled Pork Loin Recipe

Get ready for this super easy Grilled Pork Roast jazzed up with a tasty spice rub and a 7-Up marinade. This recipe will give you the most flavor-packed, juicy pork loin you’ve ever tasted, and it is a must-make for grilling season. It’s incredibly juicy and tender, packed with tons of sweet and savory flavors. It’s great for making ahead of time and for feeding a crowd.

You might not have considered grilling a hefty pork loin before, but this recipe is sure to shake things up. Prepare to be amazed by how juicy a grilled pork loin can get. Once the pork has soaked up all the flavors from the marinade, it gets a nice coating of a straightforward brown sugar rub before hitting the grill. I personally enjoy giving my pork a slight char on the outside before letting it cook all the way through.

Recipe Ingredients

The following simple ingredients come together to create a flavorful, juicy, and perfectly seasoned pork loin that’s perfect for grilling.

• Pork Loin – You’ll need a 3-pound pork roast for this recipe. Please do not substitute with a pork tenderloin or pork chops.
• Salt & Black Pepper – To season the meat.
• 7-Up: This classic soda tenderizes the meat, adding flavor and sweetness to your marinade.
• Olive Oil – Helps to keep the pork moist and enhances the marinade’s flavors.
• Soy Sauce & Worcestershire Sauce – These two sauces add depth and a savory tang to the marinade.
• Light Brown Sugar – Helps caramelize the meat.
• Minced Garlic – I always use fresh garlic, but garlic powder will also work here.
• Dried Thyme – You can also use dried rosemary or oregano.

Ingredients For the Spice Rub

• Cajun Seasoning Blend – Adds a spicy and savory kick to the pork. You can substitute it with Creole seasoning or your favorite spice blend.
• Light Brown Sugar – Provides sweetness.
• Sweet Paprika – If you want your pork roast to be a bit spicier, use smoked paprika instead.
• Dried Oregano – Again, you can also use any other favorite dried herbs like thyme or basil.

How to Grill Pork Roast

Grilling pork is a delicious way to enjoy this lean and flavorful cut of meat. For this recipe, I recommend a long marinate to infuse the pork with rich flavors and ensure it stays tender and juicy. With a sweet and savory brown sugar rub, this pork loin roast will be a hit at any gathering.

1. Make the Marinade: In a large Ziploc bag, combine 7-Up, olive oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and thyme; whisk to combine.
2. Prep the Pork: Pierce the pork loin all over with a knife, add it to the marinade, seal the bag, and refrigerate for at least 8 hours and up to 24 hours.
3. Heat the Grill: Preheat a gas grill to medium-high heat, about 375˚F to 400˚F.
4. Prepare the Meat: In the meantime, remove the pork loin from the marinade and discard the marinade. Lightly pat the pork dry with paper towels and season it with salt and pepper.
5. Make the Spice Rub: In a small bowl, mix together the ingredients for the spice rub.
6. Season the Pork: Season the pork loin with the spice rub all around. You don’t have to use up the entire spice rub.
7. Grease the Grill: Oil the grill grates with cooking oil.
8. Grill: Place the pork roast over direct heat and grill, covered, for 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until browned. Then, set the roast over indirect heat and grill, covered, for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a meat thermometer registers at 145˚F.
9. Let Cool: Remove the pork from the grill and let it stand for 15 minutes before slicing.

Serving Suggestions

There are so many different things you can serve with this pork loin recipe. I love chopping my pork roast into bite-sized pieces and serving it over this Fluffy Instant Pot Jasmine Rice or in these pork tacos! This is especially useful if you’re feeding the family with last night’s leftover roast.

This dish tastes incredible with a side of Mashed Potatoes or Creamy Mashed Cauliflower. This smoky pork roast pairs brilliantly with any side dish you fancy. How about some Zucchini Salad on the side? I also like pairing it with my Garlic Parmesan Roasted Vegetables.

How to Store and Reheat Leftovers

• Refrigerate leftover pork roast in an airtight container for about 3 to 4 days. You can also freeze it for 2 to 3 months.
• To reheat, I recommend cooking the roast in a pan with a shallow layer of water or broth. The liquid will help your pork stay juicy. You can also pop it in the oven at 300°F until warm.

More Easy Pork Recipes

• Instant Pot Pork Loin
• Grilled Pork Tenderloin
• Garlic Butter Fried Pork Chops
• Easy Stuffed Pork Chops

ENJOY!