20 Sides for Pork Tenderloin That Are (Almost) as Exciting as the Main Event

• Time Commitment: 50 minutes 
• Why I Love It: keto-friendly, crowd-pleaser, sheet pan recipe 

Aleppo pepper-spiked cauliflower and tangy ranch combine in this flavorful vegetarian dish. The end result is a refreshing departure from the heaviness of standard pork sides.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour 
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, <10 ingredients, <500 calories 

You can’t go wrong with a sweet and salty combination of roasted beets and potatoes, but this recipe scores extra points for presentation, so you’re guaranteed to wow your dinner guests (assuming you aren’t too afraid of a mandoline, that is).

• Time Commitment: 1 hour
• Why I Love It: kid-friendly, make-ahead, crowd-pleaser

Pork and applesauce is a classic combo. Skip the Mott’s and make your own cinnamon-spiked sauce for a fun, edible DIY and a difference you can taste.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour 20 minutes 
• Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, special occasion-worthy, <500 calories 

The Swedish Hasselback potato technique reaches new heights when applied to a seasonal butternut squash. Dress it up however you see fit, but we suggest lots of butter and fresh, heady herbs like rosemary, thyme and sage.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour 30 minutes 
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, high protein, kid-friendly 

News to no one: Cauliflower and cheese get along famously. Toss some of the former into your mac n’ cheese for an oh-so comforting and indulgent side for pork tenderloin that still delivers a serving of veggies.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour 15 minutes 
• Why I Love It: <500 calories, high protein, special occasion-worthy 

These meaty portobello mushrooms stuffed with creamy and toothsome barley risotto score extra points for presentation and boast an umami flavor profile that harmonizes beautifully with pork, to boot.

• Time Commitment: 40 minutes 
• Why I Love It: <500 calories, vegetarian, special occasion-worthy 

Not your grandmother’s latkes, to be sure, but we promise they’re an exceptionally tasty way to sneak in one of the season’s most nutritious vegetables. Bonus: They play nicely with applesauce, too.

• Time Commitment: 50 minutes 
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, <500 calories, keto-friendly  

This decadent Brussels sprouts recipe relies on a rich and creamy cheese sauce to turn a snoozy roasted vegetable side into a comfort food slam dunk.

• Time Commitment: 8 hour 35 minutes 
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, vegetarian, high protein 

Strata—a close relative of Thanksgiving stuffing—is a delightful combination of bread, eggs, cheese and various mix-ins. Our kale and leek version is a perfect match for pork tenderloin, especially if you serve the latter with a little pan sauce and use the strata to sop it all up.

• Time Commitment: 30 minutes
• Why I Love It: vegan, <500 calories, low carbs 

This ginger and cayenne-spiked creamed spinach recipe uses coconut milk instead of heavy cream for a healthier dish that tastes every bit as indulgent.

• Time Commitment: 30 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, <500 calories, no bake 

Choose your pork seasoning or marinade to match the flavors of this grilled corn—coriander, lime, paprika—and you will be rewarded with the best and easiest summer dinner of all time.

• Time Commitment: 25 minutes
• Why I Love It: <30 minutes, <10 ingredients, vegan 

Quickly sauteing broccoli instead of roasting it is a faster way to get fork-tender broccoli. Add generous amounts of garlic and red chili flake to the mix and you have a healthy and flavorful side dish that’s 100 percent fuss-free.

• Time Commitment: 15 minutes
• Why I Love It: <500 calories, <10 ingredients, <30 minutes 

This beautiful medley of summer vegetables features blistered green beans—our favorite way to prepare them if you want to preserve their bright green color and snappy texture. Psst: The walnuts add a lovely earthy flavor and pleasant crunch to the salad, but almonds will work just fine if that’s what you have on hand.

• Time Commitment: 50 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, <10 ingredients, one pot recipe 

Little explanation needed here—just cue the Grease soundtrack because creamy, make-ahead mashed potatoes and pork tenderloin go together like…(you get the idea.)

• Time Commitment: 50 minutes
• Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, sheet pan recipe, vegan 

Bring a pop of color and loads of flavor to the plate with this easy side featuring crisp, steamed veggies, simply dressed with a combination of orange and fresh thyme. The end result is aromatic, elegant and easy on the eyes.

• Time Commitment: 30 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, <10 ingredients, <500 calories 

You can never have too much pork on your plate, which is why we strongly suggest making your sprouts a little snazzier with a generous sprinkling of crispy pancetta.

• Time Commitment: 40 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, <10 ingredients, sheet pan recipe 

These sweet potato fries get good and crispy in the oven without all the grease, though this recipe is an excellent candidate for an air-fryer, too.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour 5 minutes
• Why I Love It: make-ahead, <10 ingredients, beginner-friendly, special occasion-worthy 

The swoon-worthy presentation of these deeply caramelized, melt-in-your-mouth onions is enough to qualify them as a standalone side.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour 10 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, <500 calories, <10 ingredients 

This classic French dish is a decidedly sophisticated and oh-so cheesy upgrade to the standard mash. The secret to success? Use a mandoline to ensure thin and uniform slices.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour 20 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, <500 calories 

Lean into Southern comfort (and leave no taste bud behind) with a boldly flavored cornbread featuring the formidable spice of fresh fresno chiles, offset by a healthy drizzle of honey.