Pork with apple and watercress salad

Posted on July 26, 2024

Pork with apple and watercress salad is enhanced with a crisp salad made from watercress. The pork tenderloin is covered with a sugary cranberry glaze and grilled until it reaches a suitable level of doneness. The apples are slightly smoked and mixed with the watercress, toasted walnuts, and an appetizing French dressing. This well balanced meal is an great option for an easy yet satisfying dinner.

Dinner

Ingredients

1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce

1 1/2 tablespoons French salad dressing

500g piece pork fillet, trimmed

2 large pink lady apples, cored, thinly sliced

Olive oil cooking spray

1 bunch (350g) watercress, trimmed

1/2 cup walnut pieces, toasted

Instructions

1

Place cranberry sauce in a heatproof, microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 1 minute or until melted.

2

Transfer 2 tablespoons sauce to a small bowl. Add dressing. Stir to combine. Set aside.

3

Place pork on a plate. Brush with half the remaining sauce.

4

Place apples in a bowl. Add remaining sauce. Toss to coat.

5

Preheat barbecue (with hood) hot plate on high heat. Spray pork lightly with oil. Season well with salt and pepper.

6

Reduce barbecue heat to medium-high. Cook pork for 3 minutes each side.

7

Reduce heat to low. Close barbecue hood. Cook pork for a further 8 minutes or until cooked through.

8

Transfer to a plate. Cover loosely with foil. Set aside for 10 minutes to rest.

9

Increase barbecue hot plate to medium-high heat.

10

Cook apple slices, turning, for 2 to 3 minutes or until charred and tender.

11

Place watercress, apple, walnuts and dressing in a bowl. Toss to combine. Serve salad with pork.

Key Points About Ingredients:

• Pork fillet: Trim any excess fat for a leaner cut of meat.
• Pink Lady apples: These sweet and crisp apples pair well with the savory pork and tangy cranberry sauce. Slice them thinly for even cooking.
• Watercress: This peppery green adds a fresh and slightly spicy flavor to the salad.
• Walnuts: Toasting the walnuts enhances their nutty flavor and adds a satisfying crunch to the dish.

Key Nutritional Insights:

• This pork with apple and watercress salad is a nutrient-dense meal, providing a balance of protein, healthy fats, and fiber.
• The pork fillet is an excellent source of lean protein, while the apples and watercress offer dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
• The walnuts contribute heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and additional protein.

• Nutrition Facts

• Serving Size1
• Amount per serving
• Calories380
• Standard DV% Daily Value*
• Total Fat18 g72 g25%
• Cholesterol60 mg300 mg20%
• Sodium250 mg2300 mg10.87%
• Total Carbohydrate28 g275 g10.18%
• Dietary Fiber5 g28 g17.86%
• Total Sugars16 g
• Protein28 g50 g56%
• Calcium40 mg1300 mg3.08%
• Iron2 mg18 mg11.11%
• Potassium600 mg4700 mg12.77%
• Vitamin A1200 mcg900 mcg133.33%
• Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)20 mg90 mg22.22%
• Vitamin K85 mcg120 mcg70.83%
• * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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