Oven-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Thyme
Juicy pork tenderloin roasted with sweet apples and aromatic thyme, creating a perfect balance of savory and fruity flavors. This american-inspired pork ready in about 40 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, medium, cored and sliced apples, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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 lb pork tenderloin
- 2 medium, cored and sliced apples
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 fresh thyme sprigs
- 3, smashed garlic cloves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Rub 1 lb pork tenderloin all over with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Place the pork in a roasting pan or oven-safe skillet. Arrange 2 sliced medium apples, 3 smashed garlic cloves, and 4 fresh thyme sprigs around the pork.
- Step 3: Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, turning the apples once halfway through, until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar and 1 tbsp honey.
- Step 5: Remove the pork and apples from the oven and drizzle the honey-vinegar mixture over them. Let the pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Step 6: Serve the sliced pork tenderloin with roasted apples and pan juices spooned over the top.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Thyme take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 Oven-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Thyme?
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 Oven-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Thyme?
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 Oven-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Thyme 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 Oven-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Thyme?
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.
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