Grilled Pork With Arugula and Tomato Salad Recipe

Name: Grilled Pork With Arugula and Tomato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 14 lbs lean pork loin, thinly sliced into 8 pieces; ¼ cup fresh lemon juice, divided (about 2 small lemons); 1 tablespoon minced garlic cloves or 2 small chopped garlic cloves; ¾ teaspoon table salt, divided; ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, divided; 1 spray cooking spray; 8 cups arugula; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved, red and yellow varieties if possible (es); 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon olive oil, extra-virgin

Servings: persons

1
Place pork between 2 sheets of waxed paper and flatten by rolling over with a rolling pin a few times; place pork in a releasable zip-close plastic bag (or glass container).
2
Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper to bag (or container); seal bag and shake to mix and coat (or stir and cover).
3
Let marinate for at least 10 minutes but no more than 1 hour.
4
Off heat, coat a grill rack or stove top grill pan with cooking spray; preheat to medium-high heat.
5
Grill pork until cooked through, flipping once, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
6
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine arugula, tomatoes, remaining 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, vinegar, oil and remaining 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper; toss to combine.
7
Serve pork with salad on top.
8
Yields 2 pieces of pork and about 2 1/4 cups of salad per serving.

126

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 14 lbs lean pork loin, thinly sliced into 8 pieces, ¼ cup fresh lemon juice, divided (about 2 small lemons), 1 tablespoon minced garlic cloves or 2 small chopped garlic cloves, ¾ teaspoon table salt, divided, and more.

Yes, Grilled Pork With Arugula and Tomato Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Pork With Arugula and Tomato Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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