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Grilled Pork Chops with Fresh Nectarine Salsa
Prep
25 mins
Cook
8 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
When summer rolls around, I love throwing together meals that feel special without keeping me stuck in the kitchen. This grilled pork chops recipe with fresh nectarine salsa is exactly that kind of dish. The juicy nectarines bring a natural sweetness that perfectly complements the savory, spiced pork, while the lime juice and cilantro add brightness that makes the whole thing sing. What I really appreciate about this recipe is how quick it comes together. You'll have everything ready in just 25 minutes, and the actual grilling takes mere minutes. Plus, nectarines are packed with vitamin C and fiber, so you're getting real nutrition along with incredible flavor. It's the kind of meal that tastes like you fussed, but honestly feels effortless.
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Ingredients
- 22 nectarines, pitted and diced
- 11 ripe tomato, seeded and diced
- ¼ cup diced onion¼ cup diced onion
- 22 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 22 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste, salt to taste¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste, salt to taste
- 11 teaspoon ground cumin
- 11 teaspoon chili powder, salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 22 tablespoons olive oil
- 88 (4 ounce) boneless pork loin chops
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat. Lightly oil grate, and set 4 inches from the heat.
- 2
To make the salsa, place the nectarines, tomato, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and red pepper flakes in a bowl; toss to blend. Season to taste with salt. Cover, and refrigerate 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- 3
Stir the cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Place the olive oil in a small bowl. Brush the pork chops with oil, and season both sides evenly with the cumin mixture.
- 4
Place pork loin chops on the preheated grill. Cook until lightly browned and juices run clear, about 4 minutes on each side. Place pork chops on serving plates, and top with a generous spoonful of salsa.
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