Maple-Glazed Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Northwoods Apple Relish
Roasted pork tenderloin brushed with a sweet maple glaze and served with a tart apple relish featuring cinnamon and fresh herbs. This american-inspired pork ready in about 45 minutes pairs whole pork tenderloin, pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard 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
- 1.5 lbs whole pork tenderloin
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 large, peeled and diced apple
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Pat dry 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin and brush all over with half of the maple glaze mixture.
- Step 3: Place pork on a roasting rack in a baking pan and roast for 20 minutes. Brush with remaining glaze and roast another 10 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Step 4: While pork roasts, combine 1 large peeled and diced apple, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar in a bowl. Toss well and let sit to meld flavors.
- Step 5: Remove pork from oven, tent with foil and rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Step 6: Serve pork slices topped with the fresh apple relish alongside.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Northwoods Apple Relish take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 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 Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Northwoods Apple Relish?
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 whole pork tenderloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Northwoods Apple Relish?
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 Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Northwoods Apple Relish 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 Maple-Glazed Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Northwoods Apple Relish?
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.