Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes
Tender pork tenderloin coated in a fragrant herb crust, roasted alongside asparagus and bursting cherry tomatoes for a restaurant-quality dinner in one pan. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 37 minutes pairs trimmed pork tenderloin, cherry tomatoes, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 460 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
- 1.25 lbs, trimmed pork tenderloin
- 12 oz, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces asparagus
- 8 oz cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1.5 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat pork tenderloin dry, then rub with 1.5 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix 2 tbsp olive oil with 1.5 tbsp chopped thyme, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp dried rosemary in a bowl.
- Step 2: Coat pork evenly with herb-oil mixture, then place on a sheet pan. Arrange asparagus and cherry tomatoes around the pork.
- Step 3: Drizzle vegetables with 1 tsp olive oil and season with 1/4 tsp sea salt. Roast for 20-22 minutes until pork reaches 145°F (63°C) and asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Rest pork for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with pan juices and roasted vegetables.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 37 minutes (15 min prep + 22 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 Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes?
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 trimmed pork tenderloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes?
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 Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes 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 Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes?
American 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
