Maple-Chipotle Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Grilled Corn Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

Pork tenderloin glazed with a smoky maple-chipotle sauce grilled to juicy perfection, paired with a fresh grilled corn and herb salad. This American-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, pure maple syrup, chipotle in adobo sauce, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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

• 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup diced red onion

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 1 tbsp minced chipotle in adobo, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the glaze.
2. Step 2: Pat dry 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin and brush all over with half of the maple-chipotle glaze. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F. Place pork tenderloin on grill and cook for 15-18 minutes total, turning every 5 minutes and brushing with remaining glaze each time, until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
4. Step 4: While pork cooks, place 4 husked ears of corn directly on grill grates. Grill corn for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes until kernels are tender and charred in spots.
5. Step 5: Remove corn from grill and let cool slightly. Cut kernels off the cob into a bowl and mix with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, and 1/4 cup diced red onion to make a fresh grilled corn salad.
6. Step 6: Let pork rest 5 minutes before slicing. Serve pork slices alongside the grilled corn salad for a smoky, sweet, and tangy meal.