Pan-Seared Pork Tenderloin with Herb Butter and Roasted Root Vegetables

A savory pork dish with a golden sear and herby butter sauce, paired with tender roasted carrots and potatoes for a balanced weeknight dinner.

Cuisine: American

Category: Quick Meals

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 35 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Pork tenderloin
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped Fresh rosemary
• 1 tbsp, chopped Fresh thyme
• 3 tbsp Butter
• 2 cups, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch coins Carrots
• 2 cups, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes Potatoes
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp Salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 2 cups peeled and sliced carrots, 2 cups peeled and cubed potatoes, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes until tender and golden at the edges.
2. Step 2: Season 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear pork for 3 minutes per side until browned. Transfer skillet to oven and roast for 10-12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
3. Step 3: While pork roasts, combine 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, and 3 tbsp butter in a small bowl. Let sit at room temperature.
4. Step 4: Remove pork from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice into 1/2-inch thick pieces.
5. Step 5: Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet (or a separate skillet if not oven-safe) over medium heat. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in 1 tbsp lemon juice and the herb butter mixture until melted and fragrant.
6. Step 6: Serve sliced pork with roasted vegetables, drizzling with herb butter sauce.