Lemon-Rosemary Roasted Pork Loin with Garlic Potatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

Tender pork loin roasted with fresh rosemary and lemon zest, served alongside golden garlic roasted potatoes. This Mediterranean-inspired New Year's recipe, ready in about 65 minutes, pairs pork loin roast, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs pork loin roast
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 5 minced garlic cloves
• 1 lb halved baby potatoes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Rub 2 lbs pork loin roast with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, and 1 tbsp lemon zest evenly.
2. Step 2: Toss 1 lb halved baby potatoes with 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp olive oil, and a pinch of salt in a roasting pan.
3. Step 3: Place the pork loin in the center of the pan on top of the potatoes. Roast for 45-50 minutes, turning potatoes once halfway, until pork registers 145°F internally and potatoes are tender and golden.
4. Step 4: Remove pork from oven and tent with foil. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
5. Step 5: Serve sliced pork loin with roasted garlic potatoes on the side.