Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Apple and Arugula Slaw
Roasted pork tenderloin brushed with a sweet honey-mustard glaze, served alongside a crisp apple and arugula slaw for a balanced picnic entrée. This american-inspired pork ready in about 40 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, Dijon mustard, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 lb pork tenderloin
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 medium, julienned green apple
- 3 cups arugula
- 1 cup thinly sliced red cabbage
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for slaw)
- 1 tsp honey (for slaw)
- 1/4 tsp salt (for slaw)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place 1 lb pork tenderloin on a baking sheet and brush all over with half of the honey-mustard mixture.
- Step 2: Roast pork for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F, brushing with remaining honey-mustard glaze halfway through roasting. Remove from oven and let rest 10 minutes before slicing into 1/2-inch medallions.
- Step 3: While pork roasts, toss 1 medium julienned green apple, 3 cups arugula, and 1 cup thinly sliced red cabbage in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp salt. Pour dressing over slaw and toss to combine.
- Step 4: Arrange sliced pork tenderloin on a platter with apple and arugula slaw alongside for a refreshing picnic main course.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Apple and Arugula Slaw take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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-Mustard Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Apple and Arugula Slaw?
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 Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Apple and Arugula Slaw?
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-Mustard Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Apple and Arugula Slaw 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 Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Apple and Arugula Slaw?
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.
