
Juicy roasted pork with a fresh herb crust
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4
1 tenderloin
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Moderate
$$
Juicy roasted pork with a fresh herb crust
Lean pork tenderloin coated in a fragrant garlic-herb paste and roasted to juicy perfection. An elegant paleo main course that comes together in under 30 minutes.
10m
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
30m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Moderate $$
Cost
(Updated )
Pork tenderloin is one of the most underrated proteins for paleo cooking—it is lean, cooks quickly, and takes on flavors beautifully. A fresh herb crust adds color and aroma.
Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat tenderloin dry and season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over high heat. Sear tenderloin 2 minutes on each side until browned.
Mix minced herbs, garlic, and Dijon mustard. Spread evenly over the seared tenderloin.
Transfer skillet to the oven and roast 15-18 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Rest 5 minutes before slicing into medallions. Spoon any pan juices over the top.
Serve alongside a fresh baguette and salted butter
Pair with a crisp green salad with Dijon vinaigrette
Both work with the same herb crust technique
More texture and a slightly different tang
Do not skip the resting time—cutting too soon releases all the juices onto the cutting board.
Use a meat thermometer for perfectly cooked pork. It will rise 5 degrees while resting.
Refrigerate sliced tenderloin for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in a 300°F oven for 8-10 minutes to avoid drying out.
Per serving (90mg) · 4 servings
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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