Citrus-Cherry Pork & Pasta Salad
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TOTAL PREP TIME
20 minutes
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DIFFICULTY
Hard
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Ingredients
- 1 pork tenderloin about 1 pound, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 sweet yellow onion thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon orange zest grated
- 8 ounces penne (or other small pasta), cooked & drained
- 3 cups broccoli florets steamed
- 1/2 cup dried cherries
- 1/3 cup walnuts coarsely chopped
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 300 calories
- Protein: 24 grams
- Fat: 13 grams
- Sodium: 180 milligrams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Carbohydrates: 28 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
Cooking Directions
In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over high heat. Add pork and onion; stir-fry 4-5 minutes or until pork is lightly browned and onion is tender; set aside. For dressing, whisk together orange juice, vinegar, salt, pepper and orange zest. In a large serving bowl toss together pork and onion, pasta, broccoli, cherries and walnuts with dressing. Serve with crusty hard rolls.
Serves 6
Wine Suggestion: Try a chilled Sauvignon Blanc or Viognier with this fruit-based salad.
