Spiced Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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Juicy pork tenderloin brushed with a warm blend of maple syrup and spices, paired with caramelized roasted sweet potatoes. This american-inspired pork ready in about 55 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, pure maple syrup, ground cinnamon 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. 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: 40 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Peel and cut 2 medium sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then spread evenly on a rimmed baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Roast sweet potatoes for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through until tender and caramelized at edges.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, mix 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Step 4: Rub 1 lb pork tenderloin with 1 tbsp olive oil, then brush generously with the maple-spice glaze.
  5. Step 5: After the sweet potatoes roast 15 minutes, place the pork tenderloin on the baking sheet alongside them and roast everything together for 15-20 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  6. Step 6: Remove pork and sweet potatoes from oven. Let pork rest for 5 minutes, then slice. Sprinkle the roasted sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves and drizzle with remaining glaze from the pan before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Sweet Potatoes 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 Spiced Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Sweet Potatoes?

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 Spiced Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Sweet Potatoes?

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 Spiced Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Sweet Potatoes 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 Spiced Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Sweet Potatoes?

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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