Lemon-Rosemary Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Garlic

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Juicy pork tenderloin roasted with fresh rosemary, zesty lemon, and whole garlic cloves for a fragrant, savory dish. This mediterranean-inspired pork ready in about 35 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, fresh rosemary sprigs, garlic cloves, peeled and halved for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin and rub all over with the lemon-rosemary oil mixture.
  3. Step 3: Place pork in a roasting pan and tuck 3 fresh rosemary sprigs and 6 halved garlic cloves around the meat.
  4. Step 4: Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F, basting occasionally with pan juices.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven, tent with foil, and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing to preserve juices.
  6. Step 6: Slice pork and serve drizzled with the garlic-infused pan juices.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Rosemary Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Garlic take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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 Lemon-Rosemary Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Garlic?

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 Lemon-Rosemary Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Garlic?

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 Lemon-Rosemary Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Garlic 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 Lemon-Rosemary Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Garlic?

Mediterranean 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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