Smoky Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin on the Grill

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-19 · Updated 2026-05-19

Juicy pork tenderloin brushed with a smoky maple glaze, grilled to perfection with caramelized edges and a tender interior. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, maple syrup, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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

• 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the glaze.
2. Step 2: Rub 2 tbsp olive oil evenly over the 1.5-pound pork tenderloin, then brush half of the maple glaze all over the pork.
3. Step 3: Preheat your grill for indirect heat at medium (about 375°F), and place the pork tenderloin on the cooler side of the grill.
4. Step 4: Close the lid and cook for 20 minutes, then brush the pork with the remaining glaze and turn it to cook another 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
5. Step 5: Remove from grill and tent loosely with foil; let rest for 10 minutes to redistribute juices before slicing.