Sheet Pan Lemongrass Pork with Roasted Vegetables
Tender pork marinated in lemongrass and garlic, roasted alongside colorful vegetables for a simple and fragrant meal. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 45 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, lemongrass stalks, minced, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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 lb pork tenderloin
- 2 tbsp lemongrass stalks, minced
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 2 tbsp minced lemongrass, 3 cloves minced garlic, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp fresh lime juice. Stir to create marinade.
- Step 2: Slice 1 lb pork tenderloin into 1-inch thick medallions and toss with the marinade. Let sit for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Step 3: Preheat oven to 425°F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 sliced zucchini (1/2-inch rounds), and 2 peeled carrot sticks cut into sticks with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 4: Arrange marinated pork medallions on the baking sheet among the vegetables in a single layer.
- Step 5: Roast in the oven for 20-22 minutes, flipping pork and stirring vegetables halfway through, until pork is cooked through (internal temp 145°F) and vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Step 6: Remove from oven and let pork rest for 3 minutes before serving with the roasted vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Lemongrass Pork with Roasted Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 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 Lemongrass Pork with Roasted 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 Lemongrass Pork with Roasted 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 Lemongrass Pork with Roasted 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 Lemongrass Pork with Roasted Vegetables?
Asian 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.
