Sheet Pan Citrus-Glazed Pork with Regional Root Vegetables

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Roasted pork tenderloin coated in a tangy citrus glaze, paired with a medley of root vegetables for a simple, flavorful sheet pan dinner. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 50 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, fresh orange juice, honey 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp honey, and 2 minced garlic cloves to form the citrus glaze.
  2. Step 2: Place 1 lb pork tenderloin on a rimmed sheet pan. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Brush half of the citrus glaze evenly over the pork.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, toss 3 medium carrots, 2 medium parsnips, and 4 quartered small red potatoes with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well coated.
  4. Step 4: Spread the vegetables around the pork on the sheet pan. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes, then brush the pork again with the remaining glaze and toss the vegetables. Continue roasting for another 10-15 minutes until pork reaches 145°F internal temperature and vegetables are tender.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with the roasted root vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Citrus-Glazed Pork with Regional Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 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 Sheet Pan Citrus-Glazed Pork with Regional 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 Sheet Pan Citrus-Glazed Pork with Regional 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 Sheet Pan Citrus-Glazed Pork with Regional 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 Sheet Pan Citrus-Glazed Pork with Regional Root Vegetables?

American sheet pan 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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