Grilled Lemon Herb Pork Chops

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Grilled Lemon Herb Pork Chops
145 min.
6
195kcal

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Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make main course that's both gluten-free and dairy-free? Look no further than this mouthwatering Grilled Lemon Herb Pork Chops recipe! Perfect for a quick lunch or a relaxing dinner, this dish serves six and is ready in just 145 minutes. Each serving contains only 195 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

Packed with the bright, zesty flavors of lemon and a blend of savory herbs, these pork chops are sure to impress your family and friends. The secret to their incredible taste is a simple yet flavorful marinade made from minced garlic, lemon juice, vegetable oil, salt, pepper, and dried oregano. To ensure maximum flavor, the pork chops marinate for at least two hours – or even overnight.

When it's time to cook, fire up the grill and get ready for an unforgettable grilling experience. The high heat of the grill brings out the best in the pork, while the boiled marinade serves as the perfect basting sauce, infusing each chop with even more flavor. With a caloric breakdown that emphasizes protein and healthy fats, these grilled pork chops are the epitome of a well-balanced meal.

Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this Grilled Lemon Herb Pork Chops recipe is a must-try. So grab your ingredients, preheat that grill, and get ready to enjoy a main dish that's sure to become a new favorite!

Ingredients

  • cloves garlic minced
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 24 ounce pork loin boneless
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. In a large resealable bag, combine lemon juice, oil, garlic, salt, oregano, and pepper.
  2. Place chops in bag, seal, and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight. Turn bag frequently to distribute marinade.
  3. Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
  4. Remove chops from bag, and transfer remaining marinade to a saucepan. Bring marinade to a boil, remove from heat, and set aside.
  5. Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill pork chops for 5 to 7 minutes per side, basting frequently with boiled marinade, until done.

Nutrition Facts

Calories195kcal
Protein53.61%
Fat43.3%
Carbs3.09%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.17
Glycemic Load
0.2
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
12.230434769684%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.5mg
Hesperetin
1.47mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:195.41kcal
9.77%
Fat:9.18g
14.12%
Saturated Fat:2.11g
13.22%
Carbohydrates:1.47g
0.49%
Net Carbohydrates:1.35g
0.49%
Sugar:0.28g
0.31%
Cholesterol:71.44mg
23.81%
Sodium:443.62mg
19.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.57g
51.14%
Selenium:31.71µg
45.31%
Vitamin B6:0.89mg
44.34%
Vitamin B1:0.51mg
33.94%
Vitamin B3:6.54mg
32.71%
Phosphorus:259.27mg
25.93%
Zinc:2.07mg
13.82%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.73%
Potassium:444.84mg
12.71%
Vitamin B12:0.58µg
9.64%
Vitamin B5:0.87mg
8.72%
Vitamin K:9.03µg
8.6%
Magnesium:30.97mg
7.74%
Vitamin C:4.56mg
5.53%
Iron:0.7mg
3.87%
Copper:0.08mg
3.77%
Vitamin E:0.55mg
3.67%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.02%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.92%
Calcium:11.84mg
1.18%
Source:Allrecipes