Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Grilled Pork with Arugula Grape Salad recipe—a delightful balance of smoky, savory, and sweet flavors! Juicy, marinated pork chops are infused with garlic, rosemary, and a hint of olive oil before being perfectly grilled to golden-brown perfection. Paired with a vibrant arugula salad bursting with the sweetness of red grapes, the tang of creamy goat cheese, and the crunch of toasted walnuts, this dish is a true celebration of bold textures and flavors. A light balsamic-honey dressing ties it all together, making this meal not just delicious but also refreshingly wholesome. Ready in under 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a gourmet experience at home.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, fresh rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
Brush the pork chops with the marinade evenly on both sides and let them rest for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Place the pork chops on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Remove them from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
While the pork is grilling, prepare the salad. In a large mixing bowl, combine arugula, halved red grapes, crumbled goat cheese, and chopped walnuts.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and lemon juice to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve the grilled pork chops alongside the arugula grape salad for a perfectly balanced meal.
Calories |
3509 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 286.2 g | 367% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.5 g | 468% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 61.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 483 mg | 161% | |
| Sodium | 3773 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.8 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.8 g | ||
| Protein | 173.4 g | 347% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 772 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 2954 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.