Asian Pork And Pineapple Salad Recipe

This vibrant Asian Pork & Pineapple Salad (inspired by Cooking Light 2003) is a flavor explosion! Sweet pineapple, savory pork, and a zesty lime dressing come together in this quick and easy 30-minute meal. Perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing weeknight dinner. Get ready for a taste of the tropics!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 253 kcal
Protein 51g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Asian Pork And Pineapple Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Asian Pork And Pineapple Salad

  • Pineapple Chunks In Juice
  • Fresh Lime Juice
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Red Onion
  • Fresh Basil
  • Low Sodium Soy Sauce
  • Pickled Jalapeno Pepper
  • Fresh Ginger
  • Pork Tenderloin
  • Vegetable Oil
  • 5 ounces arugula, for serving

How to Make Asian Pork And Pineapple Salad

  1. Drain the pineapple chunks, reserving 1 tablespoon of the juice. Discard the remaining juice.
  2. Set the drained pineapple aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the reserved pineapple juice, 1 tablespoon lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and minced garlic. This is your dressing.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the reserved pineapple chunks, red onion, shredded carrots, bell pepper, cilantro, and peanuts (if using).
  5. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of the lime mixture over the onion and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to combine.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine the remaining lime mixture with the pork, ensuring each piece is coated.
  7. Heat the vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  8. Add the marinated pork to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
  9. Add the cooked pork to the large bowl with the pineapple and vegetable mixture.
  10. Toss gently to combine everything.
  11. Serve the Asian Pork & Pineapple Salad immediately over a bed of arugula. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

75g

Fat

8g

Carbs

7g