PORK CHOPS AND SQUASH WITH PUMPKIN SEED VINAIGRETTE

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There's no need to peel acorn, kabocha, or delicata squash; their skins are tender and edible, and add extra color and texture to the dish.

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Pork     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Dinner     Pork Chop     Squash     Winter     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
3 pounds winter squash (such as acorn, kabocha, delicata, or butternut), halved, seeded, cut into 1" wedges
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
4 1"-thick bone-in pork chops
1/2 small garlic clove, finely grated
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro plus leaves for garnish
2 tablespoons (or more) fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Spread out pumpkin seeds on a large rimmed baking sheet. Toast, tossing once, until just beginning to darken, about 4 minutes. Let cool. Coarsely chop; set aside.
  • Toss squash with 1 tablespoon oil on a large rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Roast squash, turning occasionally, until golden brown and tender, 35-40 minutes.
  • When squash has been roasting for 30 minutes, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Season pork chops with salt and pepper and cook until brown, 5-8 minutes. Turn over and cook until pork is cooked through, about 3 minutes longer.
  • Whisk garlic, 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice, reserved toasted pumpkin seeds, and remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a small bowl to combine. Season vinaigrette with salt, pepper, and more lime juice, if desired.
  • Divide squash and pork among plates; spoon vinaigrette over. Top with cilantro leaves.

Hosain Kabir
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This was a great recipe! The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the squash was delicious. The vinaigrette was a nice addition, adding a bit of tanginess to the dish.


Courtney Higgins
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The pork chops are always juicy and flavorful, and the squash is roasted to perfection. The vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch.


Lukho Bakana
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This dish is a winner! The pork chops are cooked perfectly and the squash is delicious. The vinaigrette is a bit too tangy for my taste, but overall I enjoyed this dish.


Imran Bahtti
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I love this recipe! The pork chops are always juicy and flavorful, and the squash is roasted to perfection. The vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch.


Ray Downing
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the squash was tender and flavorful. The vinaigrette was a great addition, adding a bit of tanginess to the dish.


Jihad Nsib
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. The pork chops are always juicy and flavorful, and the squash is roasted to perfection. The vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch, adding a bit of tanginess to the dish.


Waleed Abdur-Razzaq
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I'm not a big fan of pork chops, but I tried this recipe anyway and I was glad I did. The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the squash was delicious. The vinaigrette was a bit too tangy for my taste, but overall I enjoyed this dish.


BD helpline85
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The pork chops were tender and flavorful, and the squash was roasted to perfection. The vinaigrette was a nice addition, adding a bit of tanginess to the dish.


Bodir Mia
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I wasn't sure how I would like this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the squash was delicious. The vinaigrette was a bit too tangy for my taste, but overall I enjoyed this dish.


Rajan Niraula
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The pork chops are always juicy and flavorful, and the squash is roasted to perfection. The pumpkin seed vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch.


Kali Babin
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the squash was tender and flavorful. The vinaigrette was a nice touch, adding a bit of tanginess to the dish.


kaghan valley
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This dish was a hit with my family! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the squash was perfectly roasted. The pumpkin seed vinaigrette was a great finishing touch, adding a nutty flavor to the dish.