Sheet Pan Citrus-Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Plantains
Juicy pork tenderloin glazed with a bright citrus-honey sauce, roasted alongside sweet plantains for a balanced and flavorful meal. This latin american-inspired pork ready in about 55 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, medium ripe plantains, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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 ripe plantains
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp honey, 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the glaze.
- Step 2: Trim 1 lb pork tenderloin and pat dry. Brush half of the citrus-honey glaze all over the pork. Place the pork in the center of a rimmed baking sheet.
- Step 3: Peel and slice 2 medium ripe plantains into 1/2-inch diagonal pieces. Toss them with 2 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt. Arrange plantains around the pork on the baking sheet.
- Step 4: Roast everything for 25 minutes, then brush the pork and plantains with the remaining glaze. Continue roasting for 10-15 minutes more until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and the plantains are golden and caramelized.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and let pork rest for 5 minutes. Slice pork and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Citrus-Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Plantains 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 Sheet Pan Citrus-Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Plantains?
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-Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Plantains?
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-Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Plantains 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-Honey Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Plantains?
Latin 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.
