Caribbean Pork With Avocado-Pineapple Salsa

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 1
Caribbean Pork With Avocado-Pineapple Salsa
in Pork

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 pork tenderloin
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can pineapple in juice
2 scallions , thinly sliced
1 avocado , diced
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 teaspoons coarse salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
400
Sugar
14g
Fat
20g
This Caribbean Pork With Avocado-Pineapple Salsa recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal. The spice mixture used on the pork creates a rich and complex flavor that pairs perfectly with the refreshing avocado-pineapple salsa. The dish takes about 45-50 minutes from start to finish and serves 4-6 people. The preparation is straightforward and requires no special equipment, making it an ideal recipe for beginners or those short on time. With its combination of protein, healthy fats, and vitamins, it's a delicious and healthy choice for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2.In a small bowl mix together the brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, cumin, allspice and black pepper.
3.Set spice mixture aside.
4.Cut pork tenderloins in half crosswise.
5.Rub spice mixture evenly onto all sides of the pork tenderloin halves.
6.In a large ovenproof skillet or baking dish, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
7.Add the pork tenderloins and sear them for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until browned and crisp.
8.Add the can of pineapple (with juice) to the skillet, using a spatula to scrape the bottom of the skillet to loosen any browned bits.
9.Transfer skillet or baking dish to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until pork is cooked through (reaching an internal temperature of 145-160 degrees F).
10.While the pork is cooking, make the avocado-pineapple salsa.
11.In a medium bowl, combine the diced avocado, scallions, and diced pineapple.
12.Gently mix the ingredients together.
13.Serve the pork tenderloins with the avocado-pineapple salsa on top.

PROS

This dish has a combination of sweet and spicy flavors that will satisfy your palate.

It’s high in protein and low in carbs.

CONS

This dish is relatively high in sodium due to the spices used.

Pork tenderloin can be somewhat bland on its own.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork provides a great source of protein, which can help build and repair muscles and tissues in the body.
Avocado is a good source of healthy fats, which help improve cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Pineapple is rich in vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system and can aid in the absorption of iron from plant-based sources.

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