Greek Honey and Lemon Pork Chops

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Greek Honey and Lemon Pork Chops
15 min.
4
228kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Mediterranean with these Greek Honey and Lemon Pork Chops, a dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory. In just 15 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering meal that is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also packed with flavor. The combination of honey and lemon juice creates a luscious glaze that caramelizes beautifully under the broiler, giving the pork chops a tantalizing finish.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as the pork cooks to perfection, infused with the zesty brightness of lemon and the rich sweetness of honey. This recipe is ideal for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, making it a versatile addition to your meal rotation. With only a handful of ingredients, you can impress your family or guests with a dish that looks and tastes gourmet.

Whether you're looking to spice up your weeknight dinners or planning a special occasion, these Greek Honey and Lemon Pork Chops are sure to be a hit. Serve them alongside a fresh salad or some roasted vegetables for a complete meal that is both nutritious and delicious. Get ready to savor every bite of this easy yet elegant dish!

Ingredients

  • lb pork loin chops 
  • tablespoon greek olives all-purpose
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • tablespoons honey 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Set oven control to broil.
  2. Place pork on rack in broiler pan. In small bowl, mix remaining ingredients.
  3. Brush honey mixture evenly on tops of pork chops.
  4. Broil pork with tops 4 to 6 inches from heat 7 to 8 minutes, turning once and brushing with honey mixture, until no longer pink when cut near bone. Discard any remaining honey mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories228kcal
Protein43.33%
Fat32.56%
Carbs24.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.07
Glycemic Load
6.77
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
13.072173941314%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:228.43kcal
11.42%
Fat:8.2g
12.61%
Saturated Fat:2.82g
17.64%
Carbohydrates:13.65g
4.55%
Net Carbohydrates:13.48g
4.9%
Sugar:13.15g
14.61%
Cholesterol:75.98mg
25.33%
Sodium:86.37mg
3.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.54g
49.08%
Selenium:37.69µg
53.84%
Vitamin B1:0.76mg
50.59%
Vitamin B3:9.09mg
45.45%
Vitamin B6:0.83mg
41.6%
Phosphorus:257.65mg
25.76%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.79%
Potassium:440.53mg
12.59%
Zinc:1.8mg
11.99%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10.02%
Vitamin B5:0.85mg
8.47%
Magnesium:30.54mg
7.64%
Vitamin C:3.63mg
4.4%
Copper:0.07mg
3.66%
Iron:0.65mg
3.63%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.02%
Vitamin E:0.24mg
1.57%
Calcium:11.04mg
1.1%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.07%