SOUTHWEST PORK SALAD

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A colorful medley of yellow bell peppers, fresh salad greens and melt-in-your-mouth pork tenderloin, this hearty salad is sure to please!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup fat-free sour cream or plain yogurt
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pork tenderloin (3/4 lb)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 cups bite-size pieces mixed salad greens or 1 package (4 oz) mixed salad greens
1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 package (8 oz) fresh whole mushrooms, sliced (3 cups)
1 can (15 to 16 oz) black-eyed peas, rinsed, drained

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In small bowl, mix all dressing ingredients until well blended. Refrigerate until serving time.
  • In shallow roasting pan, place pork on rack. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Insert meat thermometer so tip is in thickest part of pork.
  • Bake uncovered 30 to 40 minutes or until thermometer reads 160°F (medium doneness) and pork has slight blush of pink in center. Cool pork; cut into slices.
  • Arrange salad greens, bell pepper, mushrooms and peas on large serving plate. Top with pork. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 630 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

Husnain Haider
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I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, but I really liked this salad. The dressing is amazing.


Chinemerem Francis
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This is one of my favorite salads. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


shafi ahmad
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. I would definitely make it again.


Shaikh Fayaz
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This salad was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could use some more seasoning.


Kalyango Tom
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This salad is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Lucy Llano
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's perfect for a summer cookout or potluck.


Oluwakemi Oke
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pork. It's also a really healthy and easy meal.


ovro islam143
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is amazing.


Donathan Bowles
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory.


nimrahprincess mugoya
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I thought the dressing was a bit too tangy for my taste, but overall the salad was good.


Lok Nik
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5 stars! This salad is a keeper. I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


roni ahmad
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Easy to follow recipe and delicious results! I used chicken instead of pork and it turned out great.


Rahim Miah
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of flavors is incredible, and the pork is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.