Southwestern Pork Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
54%
Southwestern Pork Salad
65 min.
4
317kcal

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Looking for a delicious and healthy meal that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than this Southwestern Pork Salad! Bursting with vibrant flavors and packed with nutrients, this dish is not only gluten-free but also a fantastic way to enjoy lean protein while indulging in a medley of fresh vegetables.

The star of this recipe is the tender pork, seasoned to perfection and roasted until juicy and flavorful. Paired with a creamy cilantro-lime yogurt dressing, each bite is a delightful combination of savory and tangy that will tantalize your taste buds. The addition of colorful bell peppers, earthy mushrooms, and hearty black-eyed peas adds texture and a nutritional boost, making this salad a well-rounded meal.

Whether you’re serving it as a main course for lunch or as a side dish for dinner, this Southwestern Pork Salad is sure to impress your family and friends. With a preparation time of just 65 minutes, it’s an easy yet elegant option for busy weeknights or special gatherings. So grab your apron and get ready to whip up a dish that’s not only satisfying but also a feast for the eyes!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 lb pork tenderloin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.7 cup yogurt plain fat free yoplait® (from 2-lb container)
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lime 
  • tablespoon canola oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cups the salad mixed
  • medium bell pepper yellow sliced
  • oz mushrooms fresh sliced (3 cups)
  • 15 oz blackeyed peas rinsed drained canned

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Place pork on rack in shallow roasting pan.
  3. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and the pepper.
  4. Bake uncovered 30 to 40 minutes or until pork has slight blush of pink in center and meat thermometer inserted in center reads 160°F. Cool pork; cut into slices.
  5. Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, oil, sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt until well blended; set aside.
  6. On large serving plate, arrange salad greens, bell pepper, mushrooms and peas. Top with pork slices.
  7. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts

Calories317kcal
Protein38.66%
Fat20.79%
Carbs40.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.77
Glycemic Load
6.99
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
33.642608207205%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.67mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.3mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.88mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:316.84kcal
15.84%
Fat:7.47g
11.49%
Saturated Fat:1.5g
9.4%
Carbohydrates:32.76g
10.92%
Net Carbohydrates:24.92g
9.06%
Sugar:8.4g
9.34%
Cholesterol:56.1mg
18.7%
Sodium:395.47mg
17.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.24g
62.47%
Vitamin C:77.65mg
94.13%
Vitamin B1:1.15mg
76.7%
Folate:274.39µg
68.6%
Phosphorus:525.45mg
52.54%
Selenium:35.61µg
50.87%
Vitamin B6:0.96mg
47.81%
Vitamin B3:8.97mg
44.87%
Vitamin B2:0.72mg
42.3%
Manganese:0.72mg
36.02%
Potassium:1130.6mg
32.3%
Fiber:7.83g
31.34%
Copper:0.63mg
31.25%
Magnesium:105.62mg
26.41%
Zinc:3.88mg
25.9%
Iron:4.49mg
24.97%
Vitamin B5:2.42mg
24.22%
Vitamin A:1060.72IU
21.21%
Calcium:129.71mg
12.97%
Vitamin B12:0.71µg
11.9%
Vitamin E:1.15mg
7.64%
Vitamin K:7.73µg
7.37%
Vitamin D:0.37µg
2.46%