Roasted Garlic Pork Tenderloin (Printable)

Tender pork roasted with garlic, herbs, and a medley of vegetables for a hearty dinner.

# What You Need:

→ Pork & Marinade

01 - 1.5 lb pork tenderloin, trimmed
02 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 2 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
05 - 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
06 - 1 tsp kosher salt
07 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
08 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

→ Vegetables

09 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
10 - 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into chunks
11 - 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into chunks
12 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
13 - 1 zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
14 - 2 tbsp olive oil
15 - 1/2 tsp salt
16 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Garnish

17 - Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).
02 - Combine minced garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, rosemary, thyme, kosher salt, black pepper, and Dijon mustard in a bowl. Rub evenly over the pork tenderloin.
03 - Place carrots, red and yellow bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini on a large baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, then toss to coat thoroughly.
04 - Nestle the coated pork tenderloin in the center of the baking sheet among the prepared vegetables.
05 - Roast in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the pork registers 145°F (63°C) internally and vegetables are tender and caramelized.
06 - Remove from oven and let pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
07 - Slice the pork tenderloin and serve alongside the roasted vegetables; garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pan meal for easy cleanup
  • Full of savory garlic flavor and nutritious vegetables
02 -
  • Pork must reach 145°F (63°C) internal temperature for safe serving
  • This recipe is gluten-free but always double-check packaged ingredient labels
03 -
  • Let the pork rest for a few minutes before slicing so juices redistribute
  • Cut vegetables into similar sizes for even roasting and caramelization
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