Are you looking for a flavorful and healthy meal that's easy to prepare? Look no further than pork tenderloin with turmeric squash and collard greens salad. This dish is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, with the tender pork, sweet squash, and bitter-but-delicious greens providing a delightful contrast. Plus, it's packed with nutrients, making it a great option for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
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PORK TENDERLOIN WITH TURMERIC, SQUASH, AND COLLARD GREENS SALAD
One butternut squash gets used in two ways-raw and roasted-in this fall weeknight dinner, while fish sauce, lime, and coconut add a touch of Southeast Asian flair.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Categories Quick and Healthy Pork Pork Tenderloin Cumin Butternut Squash Collard Greens Coconut Yogurt Roast Wheat/Gluten-Free Fall Dinner Gluten-Free and Fresh
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Arrange racks in middle and upper thirds of oven; preheat to 450°F. Mix turmeric, salt, pepper, and cumin in a small bowl; set aside.
- Using a peeler, slice ribbons off long neck of squash until you have 2 cups ribbons; set aside. Cut remaining squash in half lengthwise; scoop out and discard seeds. Cut squash into 1/2" half-moons.
- Toss squash pieces with 2 Tbsp. coconut oil in a large bowl. Add 1 1/2 tsp. turmeric mixture and toss to coat. Spread squash mixture on a rimmed baking sheet, reserving large bowl, and roast in upper third of oven until golden-brown and tender, about 20 minutes.
- Whisk lime juice, honey, and fish sauce in a large bowl. Add squash ribbons and toss to coat; let sit until ready to use.
- Meanwhile, rub pork with remaining turmeric mixture in reserved large bowl. Heat remaining 2 Tbsp. coconut oil in a large heatproof skillet (preferably cast iron) over high and sear pork, turning often, until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer skillet to center rack in oven and roast, flipping pork halfway through, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of tenderloin registers 145°F, 10-12 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
- While pork and squash roast, remove stems from collards. Stack halved leaves into a neat pile. Starting at 1 long side, roll into a tube, then slice at 1/2" intervals across tube to create ribbons.
- Transfer squash ribbons to a plate. Add vegetable oil to dressing and whisk to combine. Using your hands, massage collards in dressing until dark green. Return squash ribbons to bowl and toss to combine.
- Divide salad among plates or transfer to a serving platter; top with coconut chips. Serve roasted squash and pork with yogurt alongside.
SPICED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH COLLARD GREEN SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 475 degrees F and line a baking sheet with foil. Combine the chili powder, thyme, cayenne and 3/4 teaspoon each salt and black pepper in a small bowl. Rub the pork with 1 tablespoon olive oil and the spice mixture. Transfer to the prepared pan and roast, turning once, until a thermometer inserted into the center of the pork registers 145 degrees F, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board; let rest.
- Meanwhile, combine the collard greens, 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Massage the greens with your hands until slightly wilted, about 1 minute. Add the black-eyed peas, Peppadews, scallions, vinegar and the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil; season with salt and black pepper and toss to combine. Set aside.
- Toast the crumbled cornbread in a small dry nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Slice the pork and serve with the collard greens. Sprinkle the toasted cornbread over the greens.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Fat 18 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 103 milligrams, Sodium 926 milligrams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 43 grams, Sugar 5 grams
CAJUN PORK TENDERLOIN WITH BRAISED GREENS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For the greens: Cook the bacon over medium heat in a large skillet until browned, about 6 minutes. Add the onion, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper flakes and tomato, and cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the kale and 1 1/2 cups broth, cover, cook until wilted, about 8 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup broth and vinegar, and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- For the pork: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine the Cajun spice, 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, and salt to make paste. Rub the pork with spice paste. Heat a skillet over medium-high. Add the remaining olive oil and sear the pork, turning until all sides are golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes total. Roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the meat registers 150 degrees F, about 10 to 12 minutes. Set aside for 5 minutes to rest on a cutting board. Deglaze the pan with 1/2 cup chicken broth. Reduce a little and swirl in 2 tablespoons butter. Thinly slice the pork, divide among 4 plates. Drizzle with pan sauce and serve with the greens and dinner rolls or biscuits.
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PORK MEDALLIONS WITH SQUASH & GREENS
The colors of the dish remind me of autumn, my favorite season. Butternut squash is nutritious as well as colorful. This is an example of cooking it a way other than mashed and sweetened. The pork tenderloin medallions are mildly seasoned with rosemary and are very tender.-Louise Nowak, Columbia, Connecticut
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add mustard greens; cook, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute squash and leeks in oil until tender. Add garlic and pepper flakes; saute 1 minute longer. Stir in broth and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8 minutes or until liquid has almost evaporated. Drain greens and add to squash mixture; set aside and keep warm., Flatten pork slices to 1/4-in. thickness. In a large shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, pepper and rosemary. Add pork, a few pieces at a time, and toss to coat., In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch, apple cider and broth until smooth; set aside., In a large skillet, cook pork in oil and butter until meat juices run clear. Remove and keep warm. Add apple to the pan; cook and stir for 2-4 minutes or until crisp-tender., Stir cornstarch mixture; add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add pork; heat through. Top with apple mixture; serve with squash mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 669mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- To save time, you can use pre-cut butternut squash or frozen collard greens.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the pork tenderloin in a grill pan over medium heat.
- Be sure to season the pork tenderloin generously with salt and pepper before cooking.
- To make the turmeric dressing, simply whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, turmeric, honey, and salt and pepper.
- If you want a spicier dressing, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- To assemble the salad, simply toss the roasted butternut squash, collard greens, and pork tenderloin with the turmeric dressing.
- For a more flavorful salad, let it marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
This pork tenderloin with turmeric squash and collard greens salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The pork tenderloin is cooked to perfection and the turmeric dressing adds a unique and flavorful touch. The butternut squash and collard greens add a healthy dose of vegetables to the salad, making it a complete meal. This salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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