Remembrance Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Root Vegetables
Roasted pork tenderloin glazed with a sweet maple sauce, paired with an assortment of caramelized root vegetables, evoking the honor and warmth of memorial remembrance. This american-inspired pork ready in about 55 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 420 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
- 2 large, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces carrot
- 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces parsnip
- 1 large, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes beet
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary.
- Step 2: Season the 1.5-lb pork tenderloin generously with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place it on a baking sheet and brush all over with half of the maple glaze.
- Step 3: Toss 2 large peeled and cut carrots, 2 peeled and cut parsnips, and 1 large peeled and cubed beet in 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Arrange around the pork on the baking sheet.
- Step 4: Roast pork and vegetables for 25 minutes, then brush the pork with the remaining glaze and continue roasting for another 10-15 minutes until pork reaches 145°F internal temperature and vegetables are tender and caramelized.
- Step 5: Let pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with the roasted root vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Remembrance Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Root Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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 Remembrance Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Root Vegetables?
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 Remembrance Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Root Vegetables?
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 Remembrance Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Root Vegetables 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 Remembrance Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Root Vegetables?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
So simple and elegant for a weeknight dinner. The pork was juicy and the glaze sticky and delicious.
- ★★★★★
My kids loved the sweetness of the glaze on the pork, and the carrots and parsnips were so flavorful.
- ★★★★★
The maple glaze was divine and the root vegetables were roasted to perfection. My husband and I are already planning to make this again for a dinner party.