Name: Peppery Cajun Pork Pasta
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning; 15 ounces can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained; 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine; 0.3 cup lemon juice; 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves; 0.3 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 6 servings Red pepper sauce, if desired; 1 pound pork tenderloin; 1.5 cups large red onion, chopped; 1 cup medium roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped; 0.3 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2.5 cups large zucchini, chopped

Health score

36%

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35 min.

377kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your dinner routine? Look no further than this Peppery Cajun Pork Pasta, a delightful dish that brings the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine right to your table. Perfectly balanced and completely dairy-free, this recipe is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a wholesome option for those looking to enjoy a hearty meal without the heaviness of dairy.

In just 35 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that serves six, making it ideal for family gatherings or a cozy dinner with friends. The star of the show is tender pork tenderloin, seasoned with zesty Cajun spices that pack a punch. Paired with al dente fettuccine and a medley of fresh vegetables like zucchini and red onion, this dish is as colorful as it is delicious.

With a caloric breakdown that keeps you feeling light yet satisfied, this Peppery Cajun Pork Pasta is a fantastic choice for lunch, dinner, or even as a side dish. The addition of black-eyed peas not only enhances the flavor but also boosts the protein content, making it a nutritious option for any meal. Whether you choose to serve the pork over the fettuccine or toss it all together, this dish is sure to impress and leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

4 teaspoons cajun spice
15 ounces blackeyed peas rinsed drained canned
8 ounces fettuccine barilla uncooked
0.3 cup juice of lemon
1 teaspoon oregano dried
0.3 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
6 servings hot sauce red
1 pound pork tenderloin
1.5 cups onion red chopped
1 cup roma tomatoes chopped (plum)
0.3 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2.5 cups zucchini chopped

Equipment

frying pan

Directions

Cook and drain fettuccine as directed on package.
While fettuccine is cooking, cut pork into 1/4-inch slices; sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook pork in oil 4 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until pork is slightly pink in center.
Removefrom skillet; keep warm.
Spray same skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Cook onion in skillet about 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until onion begins to brown. Stir in zucchini and salt. Cook about 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are tender. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cook about 1 minute, stirring frequently, until heated through.
Toss vegetable mixture and fettuccine.
Serve pork over fettuccine mixture, or toss pork with fettuccine mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories377kcal

Protein29.54%

Fat17.7%

Carbs52.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index

36.17

Glycemic Load

16.89

Inflammation Score

-9

Nutrition Score

27.977826035541%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol

0.5mg

Hesperetin

1.47mg

Naringenin

0.41mg

Luteolin

0.01mg

Isorhamnetin

2mg

Kaempferol

0.3mg

Myricetin

0.07mg

Quercetin

8.73mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:377.1kcal

18.86%

Fat:7.49g

11.52%

Saturated Fat:1.89g

11.83%

Carbohydrates:50.24g

16.75%

Net Carbohydrates:42.05g

15.29%

Sugar:7.48g

8.32%

Cholesterol:80.89mg

26.96%

Sodium:158.44mg

6.89%

Alcohol:0g

100%

Alcohol %:0%

100%

Protein:28.12g

56.24%

Selenium:54.88µg

78.4%

Vitamin B1:1.01mg

67.57%

Folate:187.79µg

46.95%

Vitamin B6:0.93mg

46.59%

Manganese:0.91mg

45.42%

Phosphorus:431.7mg

43.17%

Vitamin B3:6.82mg

34.08%

Fiber:8.18g

32.73%

Vitamin C:21.92mg

26.57%

Potassium:919.41mg

26.27%

Magnesium:101.57mg

25.39%

Vitamin B2:0.41mg

24.38%

Zinc:3.43mg

22.85%

Vitamin A:1131.79IU

22.64%

Copper:0.45mg

22.51%

Iron:4.03mg

22.41%

Vitamin B5:1.51mg

15.1%

Vitamin K:14.34µg

13.66%

Vitamin E:1.44mg

9.59%

Vitamin B12:0.5µg

8.38%

Calcium:65.61mg

6.56%

Vitamin D:0.34µg

2.27%

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Source:Betty Crocker