Honey-Dijon Roasted Pork Loin with Maple-Glazed Root Vegetables

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Juicy roasted pork loin brushed with a honey-Dijon glaze, paired with sweet and savory maple-glazed carrots and parsnips, reflecting the hearty flavors of the Milwaukee region. This american-inspired pork ready in about 65 minutes pairs pork loin roast, honey, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 430 calories and feeds 6, 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: 50 min Serves 6 American cuisine 430 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Place 2 lbs pork loin roast on a rimmed baking sheet and brush the honey-Dijon glaze all over the surface.
  3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, toss 3 medium peeled and cut carrots and 3 medium peeled and cut parsnips with 3 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp maple syrup until evenly coated.
  4. Step 4: Arrange the vegetables around the pork loin on the baking sheet.
  5. Step 5: Roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, then reduce heat to 350°F and continue roasting for another 20-25 minutes, basting the pork with remaining glaze halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and vegetables are tender.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve sliced pork with the maple-glazed root vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Dijon Roasted Pork Loin with Maple-Glazed Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 65 minutes (15 min prep + 50 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 Honey-Dijon Roasted Pork Loin with Maple-Glazed 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 loin roast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Dijon Roasted Pork Loin with Maple-Glazed 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 Honey-Dijon Roasted Pork Loin with Maple-Glazed Root Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Honey-Dijon Roasted Pork Loin with Maple-Glazed 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.

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