Basil and Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin Sheet Pan

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Tender pork tenderloin coated in a sweet honey and fresh basil glaze, roasted on a sheet pan with seasonal vegetables for easy cleanup. This mediterranean-inspired sheet pan ready in about 45 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, fresh basil leaves, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, and 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves.
  2. Step 2: Season 1 lb pork tenderloin with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place on a rimmed baking sheet.
  3. Step 3: Arrange 1 cup baby carrots and 1 cup halved baby potatoes around the pork. Drizzle the honey-basil mixture evenly over the pork and vegetables.
  4. Step 4: Roast for 25-30 minutes until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and vegetables are tender, basting once halfway through.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve pork slices with roasted vegetables on the side.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Basil and Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin Sheet Pan take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Basil and Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin Sheet Pan?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork tenderloin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Basil and Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin Sheet Pan?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Basil and Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin Sheet Pan for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Basil and Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin Sheet Pan?

Mediterranean sheet pan like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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