Sheet Pan Roasted Southwest Pork with Spiced Vegetables

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Juicy pork tenderloin roasted on a sheet pan alongside smoky, spiced vegetables, capturing the essence of a regional Southwest flavor profile. This latin american-inspired pork ready in about 45 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, olive oil, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 30 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with foil or parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp olive oil with 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Rub the spice mixture evenly over 1 lb pork tenderloin, then place it in the center of the prepared sheet pan.
  4. Step 4: Toss 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 sliced zucchini, and 1 small cut red onion in the remaining spiced olive oil and arrange around the pork on the pan.
  5. Step 5: Roast for 25-30 minutes until the pork reaches 145°F internal temperature and vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven, let pork rest 5 minutes, slice, and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro over the vegetables and pork before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Roasted Southwest Pork with Spiced Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Roasted Southwest Pork with Spiced 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 Roasted Southwest Pork with Spiced 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 Roasted Southwest Pork with Spiced 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 Roasted Southwest Pork with Spiced Vegetables?

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.

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