Garlic-Rosemary Roasted Pork Tenderloin
Juicy pork tenderloin roasted with garlic and fresh rosemary, delivering a fragrant and tender centerpiece perfect for any meal. This Mediterranean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, fresh rosemary, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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
- 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon zest
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp lemon zest.
- Step 2: Pat dry 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin with paper towels and rub the garlic-rosemary mixture all over the surface.
- Step 3: Place the pork on a rimmed baking sheet or ovenproof skillet and roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and tent with foil; rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing to retain juices.
- Step 5: Slice into 1/2-inch thick medallions and serve warm alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.









