Roasted Pork Tenderloin With Apple And Sweet Potato
A comforting, one-pan roasted dinner featuring tender pork medallions, caramelized sweet potatoes, and tart apples. Perfect for an easy, high-protein meal prep that supports stable energy.
Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
45 min
Makes
2 servings
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Made by Christina + Lila
Christina 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
45 min
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet · Sheet pan · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Store your second serving in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C).
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C)
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C)
Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Cut the sweet potato into 1/2-inch (1
Cut the sweet potato into 1/2-inch (1.3cm) cubes. Slice the apple into thin wedges, removing the core. Thinly slice the red onion.
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Place the sweet potato
Place the sweet potato, apple, and red onion onto the baking sheet. Drizzle with half of the olive oil, sprinkle with half of the salt and black pepper, and toss to coat. Spread them out into a single layer, leaving space in the center of the sheet.
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Trim any silver skin from the pork…
Trim any silver skin from the pork tenderloin and cut it crosswise into 1-inch (2.5cm) thick medallions.
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Mix the ground sage
In a small bowl, mix the ground sage, dried rosemary, remaining salt, and remaining black pepper. Rub this seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the pork medallions.
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Place the seasoned pork medallions in the…
Place the seasoned pork medallions in the center of the baking sheet, surrounding them with the sweet potato and apple mixture. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the pork.
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Roast in the preheated oven for 20…
Roast in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes. You will know the pork is done when an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest medallion registers 145°F (63°C). The sweet potatoes should be easily pierced with a fork and slightly browned.
Allow: 20 to 25 minutes
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Remove from the oven and let the…
Remove from the oven and let the pork rest on the pan for 5 minutes before serving to keep it juicy. Divide into two equal portions for your dinner and tomorrow's meal prep.
Allow: 5 minutes
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