Best 10 Pork Fajita Salad Recipes

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Pork fajita salad is a Mexican-inspired dish that combines the flavors of grilled pork, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing. It's a healthy and flavorful meal that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a potluck. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, there's a pork fajita salad recipe out there that will suit your taste and skill level. Read on to discover the best pork fajita salad recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

PORK FAJITAS



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These are so easy, and so delicious! They cook up very quickly. Tender pork with onions, peppers, garlic, lime juice...well, you get the idea. From The Recipe Hall of Fame Cookbook, with a few changes.

Provided by ciao4293

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb pork tenderloin, julienned
1/2 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
1/4 teaspoon pepper (or more to taste)
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 small onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons fajita seasoning mix (I used Paul Prudhomme's Fajita Magic, but use whatever kind you like--there are a couple posted on Z)
1 lime, juice of
8 6-inch flour tortillas, warmed
shredded lettuce
chopped tomato
avocado, slices
shredded cheese (etc)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  • Add pork, sprinkle with the salt and pepper.
  • Cook, and stir constantly for 2 minutes.
  • Add peppers, onion, garlic, cumin and fajita seasoning, continue to cook until the vegetables are crips-tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in the lime juice, and saute for about 2 more minutes.
  • To serve, roll 3/4 cup meat mixture in each tortilla and garnish as desired.
  • I like to put the meat and tortillas in a platter and bring it to the table, and let everyone make up their own.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.6, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 735.7, Carbohydrate 37.6, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 4.1, Protein 29.4

PORK FAJITA SALAD



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For a refreshing take on fajitas, try this savory salad suggested by Iola Egle of McCook, Nebraska. "Your crowd will love the festive layers and creamy guacamole," Iola assures.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon chili powder
4 boneless pork loin chops (1 inch thick, about 1-1/2 pounds)
2-1/4 cups chicken broth
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 ripe avocados, peeled
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1-1/3 cups salsa
2 cups sour cream
Sliced ripe olives and green onions

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first four ingredients. Add pork chops. Seal and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. Drain, discarding marinade. Grill chops, uncovered, over medium heat for 12-14 minutes or until juices run clear, turning once. Thinly slice pork; set aside. , In a saucepan, bring broth to a boil; stir in rice. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender. Cool. , Meanwhile, for guacamole, mash avocados with lemon juice. Stir in the tomato, jalapeno, cilantro and onion. In a 5-qt. glass salad bowl, layer lettuce, beans, cheese, pork and guacamole. Spread with salsa. Combine rice and sour cream; spread over salsa. Garnish with olives and green onions.

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STEAK FAJITA SALAD



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Hot strips of seasoned beef top this salad dressed with Southwest Fiesta Dressing.

Provided by Dole

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Dole

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces beef steak, cut into thin strips
2 teaspoons dry fajita seasoning
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup sliced red or green bell peppers
⅓ cup sliced onion
1 (11 ounce) package DOLE® Just Lettuce
1 medium tomato, diced
¼ cup drained canned black beans
¼ cup sliced black olives
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Southwest Fiesta Dressing (recipe below)

Steps:

  • Sprinkle beef strips with fajita seasoning. Saute beef in oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add peppers and onion and saute 2 to 3 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • Divide lettuce on 2 large plates. Spoon beef mixture over lettuce and arrange tomatoes, beans, olives and cheese over each. Serve with Southwest Fiesta Dressing, to taste. Refrigerate leftovers.

CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: canola oil, boneless, skinless chicken breast, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, onion, salt, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, olive oil, lime juice, brown sugar, chili flakes, salt, romaine lettuce, avocado

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 onion, medium, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 avocado, sliced

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken, bell peppers, onion, salt, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder for five minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Flip the chicken, and cook for another five minutes, until chicken is cooked and vegetables are slightly soft. Remove from heat and slice the chicken into strips.
  • In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, brown sugar, chili, and salt, stirring until evenly mixed.
  • In a large bowl, toss the romaine lettuce with the chicken, peppers & onions, avocado, and dressing.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 691 calories, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 16 grams

PORK FAJITA WRAPS



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Lime juice, cumin, onion and bell pepper wrap up a bundle of great flavor in these no-fuss "fajita-wiches".

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 36m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon salt
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 2x1/2-inch strips
1 large onion, thinly sliced
3 medium bell peppers, thinly sliced
4 cilantro-flavored flour tortillas, (8 inches in diameter)

Steps:

  • Mix lime juice, cumin, salt and garlic in shallow glass or plastic dish. Stir in pork. Cover and refrigerate, stirring occasionally, at least 15 minutes but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Remove pork from marinade; reserve marinade. Spray 10-inch skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Cook pork in skillet 3 minutes, stirring once. Stir in onion, bell peppers and marinade. Cook 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion and peppers are crisp-tender.
  • Place one-fourth of the pork mixture on center of each tortilla. Fold one end of tortilla up about 1 inch over pork mixture; fold right and left sides over folded end, overlapping. Fold remaining end down.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 620 mg

SHREDDED PORK FAJITA TACOS



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A very quick and easy recipe. I actually stumbled across this by using leftovers. My family of 7 likes it so much that we have it a few times a month. Even the youngest child can join in the preparation by getting the toppings ready. A wonderful use of any type of leftover meat.

Provided by coopfor3

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 24m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup butter
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 (16 ounce) package shredded pork
¼ cup water
1 (1 ounce) package fajita seasoning
6 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup tomatoes, chopped
1 cup Shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) jar salsa
1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in onion and green pepper; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Add shredded pork, water, and fajita seasoning; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Place tortillas in a skillet over low heat until warmed, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove tortillas from the skillet. Spoon shredded pork mixture into tortillas; top with lettuce, tomato, Cheddar cheese, salsa, and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Cholesterol 106.1 mg, Fat 27.8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 16.2 g, Sodium 1264.8 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

PULLED PORK FAJITA SALAD



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This Pulled Pork Fajita Salad is the perfect way to transform leftover pulled pork into a healthy new lunch or dinner. A pineapple black bean salsa and a light cilantro-lime dressing add extra flavor!

Provided by Lindsay

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 pound leftover pulled pork
1 red pepper, thinly sliced
5-6 cups leaf lettuce, chopped
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1/2 an avocado, sliced
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup diced pineapple canned in 100% juice (drained but juice reserved)
1/2 cup diced red peppers
1/2 cup diced onion
2-3 Tbsp cilantro (minced)
juice from 1/2 a lime
sprinkle of kosher salt
juice from 1 lime (approx 2 Tbsp)
2 Tbsp oil (i used avocado oil)
1 Tbsp minced cilantro
3 Tbsp pineapple juice (reserved from can)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the black beans, diced pineapple (don't forget to reserve the juice), diced peppers and onions, juice from half a lime, 1 Tbsp cilantro and a pinch of salt and set aside.
  • In a hot skillet, saute thinly sliced peppers and onions in a little oil over high heat until slightly charred and softened.
  • In a small bowl or jar, combine juice from one lime, oil, pineapple juice and cilantro and mix or shake well. Taste and add more pineapple juice to sweeten if needed.
  • Divide lettuce between two bowls. Top each bowl with approx 4 oz pulled pork, pepper and onion mixture, pineapple salsa and avocado.
  • Serve with dressing.

ROASTED PORK FAJITA SALAD WITH COCONUT LIME DRESSING



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Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 21

4 tablespoon(s) olive oil or melted coconut oil
2 teaspoon(s) chili powder
2 teaspoon(s) cumin
2 teaspoon(s) garlic powder
2 teaspoon(s) onion powder
1/2 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon(s) sea salt
1/2 teaspoon(s) black pepper
1 pound(s) pork tenderloin cut into 1 inch pieces
2 medium bell pepper(s), red seeded and diced
2 medium bell pepper(s), green seeded and diced
1 small onion(s), red diced or sliced
2 head(s) lettuce, romaine heart(s) or green leaf lettuce, sliced (or mixed greens)
1/4 cup(s) cilantro, fresh chopped (optional garnish)
1 medium lime(s) quartered (optional garnish)
1 cup(s) coconut milk, full fat
2 teaspoon(s) olive oil
2 medium lime(s) juiced
2 medium garlic clove(s) finely minced
2 teaspoon(s) apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoon(s) honey, raw

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 F.
  • In a large mixing bowl or a large plastic bag, combine oil, spices, sea salt and black pepper.
  • Add the pork, peppers and onions to the mixture and combine with a wooden spoon (or close the bag and shake vigorously) until fully coated.
  • Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit the bottom of a large, rimmed baking sheet.
  • Spread pork and vegetables on the parchment paper, place in oven and roast for 20 to 25 minutes, or until pork is cooked through.
  • Meanwhile, combine salad dressing ingredients in a mason jar. Fasten the lid tightly and shake vigorously until well combined.
  • Top salad greens with pork and vegetable mixture, and drizzle with dressing to serve. Garnish with cilantro and fresh lime wedges if desired.

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GRILLED FAJITA SALAD



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Shake up some Margaritas (limeade for the kids) and slather grilled corn on the cob with cumin-seasoned butter. For dessert, top fudge brownies with coffee ice cream and Kahlúa.

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 pounds thin-sliced boneless pork loin chops
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/3 cups bottled citrus vinaigrette
3 small bell peppers (a mix of green, red, and yellow), quartered lengthwise
1 large onion, cut into 1/4- to 1/2-inch slices
8 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce
2 cups broken tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Prepare barbecue (high heat). Place pork in shallow dish. Sprinkle pork on both sides with chili powder and salt. Pour 2/3 cup vinaigrette over pork. Let marinate 10 minutes. Place peppers and onion slices on rimmed baking sheet. Brush with 1/3 cup vinaigrette.
  • Grill vegetables until tender, turning often, about 8 minutes total. Remove pork from vinaigrette. Grill until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to cutting board. Thinly slice meat across grain. Separate onion slices into rings and cut peppers into strips.
  • Toss lettuce in large bowl with remaining 1/3 cup vinaigrette. Divide among 4 plates. Top with pork and vegetables. Sprinkle with tortilla chips.

PORK FAJITAS



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My family likes to take a break from traditional beef dishes by substituting pork. Since we are big fans of Mexican food, these fajitas are a much-requested menu item.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound boneless pork
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
1 medium green pepper, julienned
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 flour tortillas (6 inches)
Shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, salsa and/or sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • Cut pork into 4x1/2x1/4-in. strips; set aside. In a bowl or resealable plastic bag, combine orange juice, vinegar, garlic, oregano, cumin, seasoned salt and hot pepper sauce; mix well. Add pork; cover or close bag and chill for 1-2 hours. , In a skillet over medium heat, cook pork with marinade, onion and green pepper in oil until pork is not longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain., Place about 3/4 cup filling down the center of each tortilla; top with lettuce, tomatoes, salsa and sour cream if desired. Fold in sides of tortillas and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 364mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of pork. Skirt steak or flank steak are both good choices for fajitas, as they are relatively thin and cook quickly. If you are using a thicker cut of meat, such as a pork chop, you will need to pound it thin before cooking.
  • Marinate the pork. Marinating the pork in a flavorful marinade will help to tenderize it and add flavor. You can use a store-bought marinade or make your own. Some popular ingredients for pork fajita marinades include lime juice, orange juice, garlic, chili powder, and cumin.
  • Cook the pork over high heat. This will help to create a nice sear on the outside of the meat while keeping the inside juicy. You can cook the pork in a skillet, on a grill, or in the oven.
  • Slice the pork thinly against the grain. This will make it easier to eat and will help to prevent the meat from becoming tough.
  • Serve the pork fajitas with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include guacamole, salsa, sour cream, cheese, and lettuce.

Conclusion:

Pork fajitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover pork. With a little planning and preparation, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give pork fajitas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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