Southwestern Grilled Pork Chops with Peach Salsa

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
15%
Southwestern Grilled Pork Chops with Peach Salsa
25 min.
4
218kcal

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Get ready for a flavor explosion with these Southwestern Grilled Pork Chops! This recipe is a perfect blend of sweet and spicy, making it a unique and exciting dish for any occasion. The star of the show is the peach salsa, a refreshing and vibrant mix of ripe peaches, bell peppers, red onions, cilantro, and a hint of serrano or jalapeño for that extra kick. The pork chops are seasoned with a simple yet flavorful rub of chili powder, adding a smoky depth to the meat. With a cooking time of just 25 minutes, this recipe is not only delicious but also quick and easy to prepare. Whether you're a gluten-free or dairy-free eater, this dish caters to your needs without compromising on taste. Each serving provides a balanced caloric distribution, with protein, fat, and carbs in harmony. The best part? You can enjoy this meal for lunch or dinner, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. So fire up the grill, gather your ingredients, and get ready to impress your taste buds with this mouthwatering Southwestern-inspired creation.

Ingredients

  • teaspoons brown sugar packed
  • tablespoon chili powder 
  • tablespoon cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon jalapeno finely chopped
  • teaspoons juice of lime fresh
  • 1.5 cups peaches ripe peeled chopped
  • 16 oz pork loin chops bone-in
  • 0.3 cup bell pepper red finely chopped
  • tablespoons onion red finely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill. In medium bowl, mix peaches, bell pepper, onion, cilantro, brown sugar, lime juice and chile; set aside.
  2. Rub chili powder on both sides of each pork chop.
  3. Place pork on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 6 to 9 minutes, turning once, until pork is no longer pink in center.
  4. Serve pork chops topped with salsa, or serve salsa on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories218kcal
Protein46.83%
Fat34.63%
Carbs18.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.81
Glycemic Load
2.22
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
17.130869575169%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.11mg
Catechin
2.84mg
Epigallocatechin
0.6mg
Epicatechin
1.35mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.17mg
Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.22mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Quercetin
1.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:218.42kcal
10.92%
Fat:8.35g
12.84%
Saturated Fat:2.85g
17.79%
Carbohydrates:10.05g
3.35%
Net Carbohydrates:8.19g
2.98%
Sugar:7.59g
8.43%
Cholesterol:75.98mg
25.33%
Sodium:95.98mg
4.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.4g
50.79%
Selenium:39.22µg
56.03%
Vitamin B1:0.78mg
52.22%
Vitamin B3:9.86mg
49.32%
Vitamin B6:0.92mg
45.8%
Phosphorus:279.42mg
27.94%
Vitamin A:1088.84IU
21.78%
Vitamin C:15.82mg
19.17%
Potassium:566.26mg
16.18%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.09%
Zinc:2.01mg
13.41%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10.02%
Vitamin E:1.5mg
9.99%
Magnesium:39.15mg
9.79%
Vitamin B5:0.97mg
9.73%
Fiber:1.86g
7.46%
Copper:0.13mg
6.7%
Iron:1.18mg
6.55%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.83%
Vitamin K:4.71µg
4.48%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.02%
Folate:9.68µg
2.42%
Calcium:20.76mg
2.08%