Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Honey-Glazed Carrots
Tender pork tenderloin coated in a sweet-tangy maple-honey glaze, served with caramelized carrots and rosemary, perfect for an impressive yet simple weeknight dinner. This american-inspired one pot (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs trimmed pork tenderloin, honey, pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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, trimmed pork tenderloin
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 lb, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch coins carrots
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp, chopped fresh rosemary
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 1.5 lbs trimmed pork tenderloin dry. Rub with 1 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar. Pour half the glaze over the seared pork, then transfer skillet to oven.
- Step 3: Roast for 15-18 minutes until pork reaches 145°F internally. While pork roasts, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add 1 lb sliced carrots and 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 8 minutes until carrots are tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp honey and 1/2 tsp sea salt to the carrots, cooking for 2 minutes until glazed. Slice pork and serve immediately with honey-glazed carrots and drizzle with remaining glaze.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Honey-Glazed Carrots 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 Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Honey-Glazed Carrots?
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 trimmed pork tenderloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Honey-Glazed Carrots?
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 Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Honey-Glazed Carrots 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.
Is Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Honey-Glazed Carrots gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
