Roasted Sweet Potato and Pork Tenderloin Bowl
Juicy roasted pork tenderloin served over caramelized sweet potato and gentle sauteed zucchini. Seasoned with comforting herbs and cooked in ghee for an easily digestible, satisfying dinner.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Yadira + Lila
Yadira created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
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 HealthComfortably 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
Digestive 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
Comfort before bed
Finish the evening satisfied, not stuffed
A well-portioned evening meal can help you avoid going to bed hungry. Notice which timing and portion feel most comfortable for you.
Notice: dinner timing + comfort
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet · Sheet pan · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C)
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C)
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Dice 1 medium sweet potato into 1/2-inch…
Dice 1 medium sweet potato into 1/2-inch (1.2cm) cubes and cut 150g of pork tenderloin into bite-sized pieces.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place sweet potato cubes and pork tenderloin pieces on the sheet, drizzle with 1 tsp olive oil, and season with 0.25 tsp dried rosemary and a pinch of salt.
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Roast in the oven for 20 minutes…
Roast in the oven for 20 minutes until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and sweet potatoes are fork-tender with golden edges.
Look for: the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and sweet potatoes are fork-tender with golden edges
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Slice 0
While roasting, slice 0.5 medium zucchini into half-moons.
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Heat 1 tsp ghee in a skillet…
Heat 1 tsp ghee in a skillet over medium heat. Add the zucchini and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
Look for: tender and lightly browned
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Combine the roasted pork
Combine the roasted pork, sweet potato, and sautéed zucchini in a bowl and serve warm.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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