Roasted Dijon Pork Tenderloin With Probiotic Sauerkraut
A savory roasted pork tenderloin paired with crisp green beans and tangy, gut-healing sauerkraut. This easy one-pan meal delivers high-quality protein and natural probiotics.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min
Makes
2 servings
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthDigestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
Notice: focus + energy later
Setup
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Choose your servings, gather what you need, then cook along below.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet · Sheet pan
Time saver
Prep the vegetables and measure pantry ingredients earlier in the day to shorten cook time.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- 2Prep unpasteurized sauerkraut (drained)
- 3Set out all ingredients before cooking
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F
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Preheat your oven to 400°F
Preheat your oven to 400°F.
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Pat the pork tenderloin dry
Pat the pork tenderloin dry, then rub it thoroughly with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, black pepper, and the Dijon mustard.
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Heat a splash of olive oil in…
Heat a splash of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork for about 2 to 3 minutes per side until a golden crust forms.
Look for: a golden crust forms
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Toss the trimmed green beans with a…
Toss the trimmed green beans with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange them directly in the skillet around the seared pork.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Transfer the skillet to the oven and…
Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and the green beans are tender-crisp.
Look for: the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and the green beans are tender-crisp
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Remove from the oven and let the…
Remove from the oven and let the pork rest for 5 minutes before cutting it into 1-inch slices.
Allow: 5 minutes
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Serve the warm pork and green beans…
Serve the warm pork and green beans alongside the cold sauerkraut.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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