Grilled Pork Tacos with Summer Corn and Nectarine Salsa

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
21%
Grilled Pork Tacos with Summer Corn and Nectarine Salsa
40 min.
4
374kcal

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Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with our Grilled Pork Tacos adorned with a refreshing Corn and Nectarine Salsa. This delightful dish perfectly balances the savory marinated pork with sweet, juicy nectarines and the crispness of seasonal corn. It’s not just a meal; it’s a celebration of summertime on your plate!

In just 40 minutes, you can impress your family or guests with these gluten-free and dairy-free tacos that are packed with protein and bursting with flavor. The combination of grilled pork chops seasoned with cumin and garlic adds a smoky depth that pairs beautifully with the zesty salsa made from charred corn, diced nectarines, and jalapeño for a hint of heat.

Whether you're hosting a casual lunch or looking for the perfect dinner fare to enjoy al fresco, these tacos are an ideal choice. And let’s not forget the fun involved in grilling your tortillas to a delightful golden brown while tossing together the vibrant salsa — it’s a culinary adventure everyone will love!

So fire up the grill and get ready to relish the mouthwatering taste of summer with these Grilled Pork Tacos. They are sure to become a favorite in your home, leaving your taste buds tingling and asking for more!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • cup cabbage shredded
  • 6-inch corn tortillas ()
  •  ear shucked corn 
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  •  jalapeno minced seeded
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh divided
  • 0.5 teaspoon lime rind grated
  • 0.5 cup nectarines diced ripe
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin divided
  • 16 ounce center-cut loin pork chops boneless
  • 0.3 cup bell pepper diced red
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt divided

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Combine 2 teaspoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon oil, and pork in a zip-top plastic bag; seal. Marinate 10 minutes at room temperature.
  3. Remove pork from bag; discard marinade.
  4. Sprinkle both sides of pork with 1/2 teaspoon salt, cumin, pepper, and garlic.
  5. Place pork on a grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness.
  6. Let stand 5 minutes. Slice pork into thin strips.
  7. Lightly coat corn with cooking spray.
  8. Place corn on a grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 6 minutes or until lightly charred, turning occasionally.
  9. Let corn stand 5 minutes; cut kernels from cob.
  10. Combine kernels, 2 teaspoons juice, remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, bell pepper, and next 3 ingredients (through jalapeo) in a bowl; toss.
  11. Place tortillas on a grill rack coated with cooking spray, and grill for 1 minute on each side or until lightly browned. Toss cabbage with remaining 2 teaspoons lime juice.
  12. Place 2 tortillas on each of 4 plates, and divide pork evenly among tortillas. Top each taco with about 1 tablespoon cabbage mixture and about 2 tablespoons salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Calories374kcal
Protein30.43%
Fat35.84%
Carbs33.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
75.13
Glycemic Load
11.16
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
21.853478473166%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.38mg
Catechin
0.53mg
Epicatechin
0.45mg
Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.78mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.42mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:373.99kcal
18.7%
Fat:15.08g
23.21%
Saturated Fat:3.83g
23.96%
Carbohydrates:31.94g
10.65%
Net Carbohydrates:27.11g
9.86%
Sugar:4.52g
5.02%
Cholesterol:75.98mg
25.33%
Sodium:524.02mg
22.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.81g
57.63%
Selenium:41.05µg
58.65%
Vitamin B1:0.87mg
57.9%
Vitamin B3:10.64mg
53.21%
Vitamin B6:1.04mg
51.99%
Phosphorus:455.8mg
45.58%
Vitamin C:27.1mg
32.85%
Magnesium:82.54mg
20.64%
Potassium:680.25mg
19.44%
Fiber:4.84g
19.34%
Zinc:2.67mg
17.79%
Vitamin K:18.27µg
17.4%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.54%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.25%
Vitamin B5:1.17mg
11.69%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10.02%
Vitamin E:1.5mg
10%
Iron:1.74mg
9.67%
Copper:0.19mg
9.28%
Vitamin A:461.25IU
9.23%
Folate:26.72µg
6.68%
Calcium:64.63mg
6.46%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.02%
Source:My Recipes