Crispy Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Root Vegetables
Perfectly seared pork tenderloin with a sticky-sweet maple glaze, paired with caramelized carrots and parsnips for a balanced meal. This american-inspired pork ready in about 45 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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
- 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 cups, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces carrots
- 2 cups, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces parsnips
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. Season evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper on all sides.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 4 minced garlic cloves until combined.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork for 3 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer skillet to preheated 400°F oven.
- Step 4: Toss 2 cups peeled carrots and 2 cups peeled parsnips with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread around pork in skillet.
- Step 5: Roast for 20-25 minutes until pork reaches 145°F internal temperature and vegetables are tender. Brush with glaze during last 5 minutes of cooking. Rest pork 5 minutes before slicing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Crispy Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Root Vegetables 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 Crispy Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted 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 Crispy Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted 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 Crispy Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted 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 Crispy Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Root Vegetables?
American pork 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
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
