Cuban Pork Adobo Salad

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 9
Tangy Cuban Pork Adobo Salad for a Quick and Healthy Meal
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Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 new york top loin boneless pork chops
2/3 cup lime juice
3 garlic cloves , minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 - 1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 slices cored fresh pineapple
5 ounces arugula , watercress , assorted baby greens
1 can black beans , drained and rinsed
1/2 of small red onion , cut into thin slivers
3 tablespoons olive oil ( plus oil for the grill grate )
1 teaspoon honey

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
440
Sugar
12g
Fat
25g
Cuban Pork Adobo Salad is a refreshing and satisfying salad that combines sweet and tangy flavors with a variety of healthy ingredients. The pork chops and pineapple slices are marinated in a flavorful adobo dressing, grilled to perfection, and served on a bed of mixed greens and black beans. The combination of savory pork, sweet pineapple, and tangy dressing make this salad a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner on a hot summer day.

Instructions

1.Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2.Combine lime juice, garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
3.Brush the pork chops and pineapple slices with olive oil.
4.Grill the pork chops and pineapple slices over the hot grill for 4-5 minutes per side until they are nicely browned.
5.Remove the pork chops and pineapple slices from the grill and brush them with the honey mixture.
6.Slice the pork chops into thin strips.
7.In a large bowl, combine the arugula, watercress, and baby greens. Add the black beans, sliced red onion, sliced pork, and pineapple.
8.Drizzle the remaining dressing over the salad and serve immediately.

PROS

This salad is quick and easy to prepare, perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.

The tangy adobo dressing adds a delicious flavor to the pork chops and pineapple.

Black beans provide a good source of protein, dietary fiber, and essential minerals such as iron and magnesium.

CONS

The pork chops may become dry if grilled for too long.

The salad may lack crunch without the addition of nuts or seeds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is high in protein and essential minerals such as iron and magnesium.
The arugula, watercress, and baby greens are packed with vitamins and antioxidants that promote good health.
Pineapple contains the enzyme bromelain, which aids in digestion and reduces inflammation.

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