Maple-Mustard Glazed Grilled Pork Tenderloin

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-23 · Updated 2026-05-23

Pork tenderloin glazed with a sweet and tangy maple-mustard sauce, grilled to juicy perfection. This American-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs 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 280 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
• 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika to create the glaze.
2. Step 2: Rub 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin with 2 tbsp olive oil, then season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium heat (400°F). Place pork tenderloin on grill and cook for 12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes, basting generously with maple-mustard glaze during the last 6 minutes of cooking.
4. Step 4: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into 1/2-inch thick medallions. Serve drizzled with remaining glaze.