Best Southwest Pork Salad With Creamy Lime Dressing Recipes

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SOUTHWEST PORK SALAD



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A colorful medley of yellow bell peppers, fresh salad greens and melt-in-your-mouth pork tenderloin, this hearty salad is sure to please!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup fat-free sour cream or plain yogurt
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pork tenderloin (3/4 lb)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 cups bite-size pieces mixed salad greens or 1 package (4 oz) mixed salad greens
1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 package (8 oz) fresh whole mushrooms, sliced (3 cups)
1 can (15 to 16 oz) black-eyed peas, rinsed, drained

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In small bowl, mix all dressing ingredients until well blended. Refrigerate until serving time.
  • In shallow roasting pan, place pork on rack. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Insert meat thermometer so tip is in thickest part of pork.
  • Bake uncovered 30 to 40 minutes or until thermometer reads 160°F (medium doneness) and pork has slight blush of pink in center. Cool pork; cut into slices.
  • Arrange salad greens, bell pepper, mushrooms and peas on large serving plate. Top with pork. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 630 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

SOUTHWESTERN PORK SALAD



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As pork producers, we're proud to cook and serve the delicious product we raise. This tempting salad is refreshing and colorful. It's a succulent showcase for pork. I know your family will enjoy it as much as we do. -Sue Cunningham, Prospect, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups cooked pork loin strips
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium onion, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 large tomato, chopped
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the pork, beans, onion, green pepper, tomato and olives. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over salad; toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 4-6 hours, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calories, Fat 22g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 675mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN PORK SALAD



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Simple pork tenderloin on greens and veggies gets dressed with a refreshing cilantro-lime yogurt dressing. It's company good!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pork tenderloin (3/4 lb)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2/3 cup Yoplait® Fat Free plain yogurt (from 2-lb container)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 cups bite-size pieces mixed salad greens or 1 bag (4 oz) mixed salad greens
1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 package (8 oz) sliced fresh mushrooms (3 cups)
1 can (15 oz) black-eyed peas, rinsed, drained

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Place pork on rack in shallow roasting pan. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and the pepper.
  • Bake uncovered 30 to 40 minutes or until pork has slight blush of pink in center and meat thermometer inserted in center reads 160°F. Cool pork; cut into slices.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, oil, sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt until well blended; set aside.
  • On large serving plate, arrange salad greens, bell pepper, mushrooms and peas. Top with pork slices. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 7 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 630 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

SOUTHWEST SALAD WITH DRESSING RECIPE



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This Southwest Salad is one of my most popular salads! A family favorite that can be served at BBQs, potlucks, and parties all year long.

Provided by Janelle

Categories     Green Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

SALAD:
Your favorite lettuce blend or romaine lettuce
10 grape tomatoes
2 green onions, finely sliced
1/2 Red Pepper, diced (or use baby bell peppers)
1/2 Orange Pepper, diced (or use baby bell peppers)
1/2 cup black beans
1/2 cup corn, frozen, canned or fresh - your choice
1 avocado, diced
1/4 cup of your favorite Mexican blend cheese
DRESSING:
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1-2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Salt & Pepper to taste
1 clove of garlic, minced - or use 1 teaspoon of garlic paste

Steps:

  • For the salad, toss all the ingredients into a bowl
  • For the Dressing, toss all ingredients into a separate bowl, mix well
  • Let dressing sit for 30 minutes (if you can wait), to allow for flavors to meld.
  • Serve dressing on top of salad or on the side for guests to add.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Carbohydrate 20 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 27 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 30 grams fat, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 223 milligrams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams unsaturated fat

SOUTHWEST SHREDDED PORK SALAD



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This knockout shredded pork makes a healthy, delicious and hearty salad with black beans, corn, cotija cheese and plenty of fresh greens. -Mary Shivers, Ada, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 boneless pork loin roast (3 to 4 pounds)
1-1/2 cups apple cider or juice
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
12 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1 cup fresh or frozen corn
1 cup crumbled Cotija or shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Salad dressing of your choice

Steps:

  • Place pork in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix cider, green chiles, garlic, salt, pepper sauce, chili powder, pepper, cumin and oregano; pour over pork. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender., Remove roast from slow cooker; discard cooking juices. Shred pork with 2 forks. Arrange salad greens on a large serving platter. Top with pork, black beans, tomatoes, onion, corn and cheese. Serve with salad dressing. Freeze option: Place shredded pork in a freezer container; top with cooking juices. Cool and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWEST PORK SALAD WITH CREAMY LIME DRESSING



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Make and share this Southwest Pork Salad With Creamy Lime Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ppaperdoll

Categories     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup sour cream (can be fat-free)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (coriander)
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 lb pork tenderloin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 cups salad greens, torn into bite-sized pieces
1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced
3 cups mushrooms, sliced
1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • For creamy lime dressing, combine sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, oil and salt and set aside until ready to use.
  • For pork, heat oven to 425 degrees F. Place pork on rack in shallow rosting pan. Season with salt and pepper. Insert meat thermometor so that tip is in thickest part of pork. Roast uncovered until thermometer reads 16o degrees F (about 30 minutes for medium done-ness). Cool pork and cut into slices.
  • Arrange salad greens, bell pepper, mushrooms, peas and pork on large serving platter. Serve with creamy lime dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.1, Fat 18.5, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 68.8, Sodium 564.6, Carbohydrate 24.9, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 2.2, Protein 27.5

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