The Salsa is a great mix of smooth, sweet flavours (thanks to the fruit) and a bit of bite (thanks to the red chili, red onion, lemon and lime juices). The result is a fantastically fresh way to enjoy pork, and it’s healthy enough to enjoy simply with my recipe below, or accompanied by a side salad. I highly recommend my Apple, Avocado, Cranberry & Walnut Salad or Quinoa Salad with Pumpkin, Avocado & Tomato.
Tender Pork Chops with Mango-Pineapple Salsa
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
Description
Whip up the salsa and get creative. Whether you serve it with pork, chips or as a quinoa salad it is sweet with a bit of bite from chilis, onions, and lemon.
Ingredients
- 6 pork loin chops
- Pinch of sea salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Pineapple & Mango Salsa
- 1 cup (240 ml) fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 cup (240 ml) fresh mango, diced
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1/2 small red onion, diced
- 1/2 to 1 red chili, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp coriander, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of sea salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- To make the salsa, add the ingredients to a bowl and mix to combine. Refrigerate until required.
- Preheat BBQ on medium heat. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper and cook for 6-8 minutes (depending on your preference) each side. Once cooked, remove from the BBQ, cover with foil and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Spoon the salsa on top of each chop and serve
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop
- Calories: 320
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of pork chops work best for this recipe?
I recommend using bone-in pork chops for extra flavor and tenderness, but boneless chops will also work well.
Can I adjust the heat level in the mango-pineapple salsa?
Yes, you can reduce the amount of red chili for a milder salsa or add extra for more heat, depending on your preference.
How can I make the salsa ahead of time?
You can prepare the mango-pineapple salsa a few hours in advance; just be sure to store it in the refrigerator to keep the ingredients fresh.
