Creamy Dijon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Root Vegetables
A tender pork centerpiece with a tangy Dijon sauce, paired with roasted carrots, parsnips, and potatoes for a satisfying weeknight meal. This french-inspired one pot ready in about 55 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, olive oil, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.
Ingredients
- 1.2 lbs pork tenderloin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 4 medium carrots
- 2 parsnips
- 1 cup baby potatoes
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat pork dry, season with salt and pepper, then sear in a hot skillet with 1 tbsp olive oil until golden on all sides (about 3 minutes per side).
- Step 2: Transfer pork to a baking sheet. Toss vegetables with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and minced garlic; arrange around pork.
- Step 3: Whisk Dijon mustard, white wine, and broth in a small bowl. Pour over pork and vegetables.
- Step 4: Roast for 25-30 minutes until pork reaches 145°F (63°C) and vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 5: Let pork rest 10 minutes before slicing. Drizzle pan juices over slices and serve with vegetables.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Creamy Dijon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Root Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 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 Creamy Dijon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Root Vegetables?
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 Creamy Dijon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Root Vegetables?
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 Creamy Dijon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Root Vegetables 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 Creamy Dijon-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Root Vegetables?
French one pot 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
