
Recipe · 20 min
Grilled Pork Chop with Blueberry Salsa & Cilantro-Ranch Tossed Salad
- 20 min
- 2–6 servings
- 585 kcal / serving
Juicy pork chops are paired with a bright blueberry salsa and a crunchy cilantro-ranch tossed salad for a quick weeknight meal that comes together fast. The mix of tangy berries, fresh greens, and a creamy dressing keeps every bite interesting.
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Ingredients
- 1 (6 oz) pkgblueberries
- ½ small bunchcilantro
- ½jalapeño pepper
- 2pork chops, boneless
- ¼ cupranch dressing
- ½ (10 oz) bagshredded carrots
- ½ (5 oz) pkgspring mix (mixed greens)
- jalapeño peppers
From the pantry: balsamic vinegar, black pepper, extra virgin olive oil, honey, salt
Cookware
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Produce
- 1 (6 oz) pkgblueberries
- ½ small bunchcilantro
- ½jalapeño pepper
- ½ (10 oz) bagshredded carrots
- ½ (5 oz) pkgspring mix (mixed greens)
- jalapeño peppers
Meat & seafood
- 2pork chops, boneless
Sauces, oils & condiments
- ¼ cupranch dressing
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Ingredients for 2, 4 and 6 servings
| Ingredient | 2 servings | 4 servings | 6 servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| blueberries | 1 (6 oz) pkg | 2 (6 oz) pkgs | 3 (6 oz) pkgs |
| cilantro | ½ small bunch | 1 small bunch | 1 small bunch |
| jalapeño pepper | ½ | 1 | 1 ½ |
| pork chops, boneless | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| ranch dressing | ¼ cup | ½ cup | ¾ cup |
| shredded carrots | ½ (10 oz) bag | 1 (10 oz) bag | 1 ½ (10 oz) bags |
| spring mix (mixed greens) | ½ (5 oz) pkg | 1 (5 oz) pkg | 1 ½ (5 oz) pkgs |
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Directions
- Season the pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Pat them dry, then heat a grill pan, outdoor grill, or skillet over medium-high heat and add a thin coat of oil.
- Cook the pork until they are golden and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes per side, then set on a clean plate to rest.
- Rinse and dry the produce. If the greens aren’t prewashed, give the spring mix and carrots a quick rinse.
- In a small bowl, combine roughly half the blueberries (cut the rest into quarters), the balsamic, oil, honey, salt, and pepper. Mix well to form a quick salsa base.
- Quarter the jalapeño lengthwise, remove seeds and membranes to reduce heat, finely mince, and add to the salsa with the remaining blueberries. Stir to blend.
- Shave cilantro leaves from the stems, chop, and stir half into the salsa. Reserve the rest for the salad.
- In another bowl, toss the cilantro with the mixed greens, shredded carrots, and ranch dressing until evenly coated; season lightly if needed.
- To serve, divide the pork chops and the salad between plates, then spoon the blueberry salsa over the chops.
Two tips
- Prepare the salsa while the pork rests to keep everything fresh and bright.
- If you have leftovers, toss any extra salsa with a handful of greens for a quick side salad tomorrow.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 585 kcal
- Protein
- 33 g
- Carbs
- 26 g
- Fat
- 40 g
- Fiber
- 5 g
- Sodium
- 464 mg
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