Chinese Black Pepper Pork and Spinach Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Chinese Black Pepper Pork and Spinach Salad
30 min.
4
622kcal

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Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with our Chinese Black Pepper Pork and Spinach Salad, a dish that perfectly marries health and taste. With its enticing combination of tender grilled pork loin chops and a vibrant salad of fresh spinach, bean sprouts, and crisp cucumber, this recipe is not just a meal but an experience to savor. Each ingredient is thoughtfully selected to pack a punch, with the savory notes of oyster sauce and the gentle heat of black pepper elevating the dish to new heights.

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves four, making it an excellent choice for lunch, a light dinner, or a standout side dish at your next gathering. It's gluten-free and dairy-free, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this culinary delight without any dietary worries. At 622 calories per serving, you’ll also appreciate the health benefits that come along with such a delightful dish.

This salad isn’t just about being good for you; it's designed to impress. The colorful presentation of grilled pork and the fresh, crisp textures of the salad ingredients promise to excite your taste buds while providing a nutritious option for any meal. With the perfect caloric breakdown, this recipe is a true symbol of healthy eating without sacrificing flavor. Dive into this gastronomic adventure and turn an ordinary day into a memorable occasion!

Ingredients

  • qts baby spinach 
  • qt bean sprouts 
  • medium garlic clove minced
  • cup cucumber english sliced
  • 0.3 cup oyster sauce 
  • tablespoon pepper 
  • 1.5 pounds pork loin chops ( 4)
  • large onion red thick cut into slices
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.3 cup rice vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • grill
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Heat a grill to high (450 to 550).
  2. Mix oyster sauce, oil, pepper, and garlic in a large bowl.
  3. Brush 3 tbsp. oyster sauce mixture over pork and 2 tbsp. over onion. Set remaining sauce mixture aside.
  4. Oil cooking grate with a wad of paper towels, using tongs. Grill onion and pork, turning once, until grill marks appear, 6 to 8 minutes total for onion and 8 to 10 minutes total for pork.
  5. Let rest about 5 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile, stir vinegar and sugar into remaining oyster sauce mixture.
  7. Add spinach, sprouts, and cucumber, tossing to coat.
  8. Divide salad among plates. Thinly slice pork across the grain and arrange over salads. Separate onion slices into rings and lay on pork slices.
  9. Drizzle pork with any remaining juices and dressing.
  10. *Find in the Asian foods aisle.

Nutrition Facts

Calories622kcal
Protein35.29%
Fat37.93%
Carbs26.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
60.27
Glycemic Load
7.25
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
73.196087090865%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
3.51mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
31.19mg
Myricetin
1.69mg
Quercetin
24.76mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:621.59kcal
31.08%
Fat:27.88g
42.89%
Saturated Fat:6.7g
41.9%
Carbohydrates:44.29g
14.76%
Net Carbohydrates:28.55g
10.38%
Sugar:19.38g
21.53%
Cholesterol:113.97mg
37.99%
Sodium:1000.11mg
43.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:58.36g
116.73%
Vitamin K:2395.43µg
2281.36%
Vitamin A:44462.44IU
889.25%
Folate:1072.53µg
268.13%
Manganese:5mg
249.78%
Vitamin C:167.44mg
202.96%
Vitamin B6:2.44mg
121.76%
Magnesium:477.77mg
119.44%
Vitamin B1:1.73mg
115.24%
Potassium:3742.61mg
106.93%
Vitamin B3:19.15mg
95.77%
Selenium:63.95µg
91.35%
Vitamin B2:1.55mg
91.05%
Iron:16.18mg
89.86%
Phosphorus:768.02mg
76.8%
Vitamin E:11.21mg
74.72%
Fiber:15.73g
62.94%
Copper:1.17mg
58.72%
Calcium:538.47mg
53.85%
Zinc:6.27mg
41.79%
Vitamin B5:2.58mg
25.77%
Vitamin B12:0.98µg
16.35%
Vitamin D:0.68µg
4.54%
Source:My Recipes