Grilled Pork with Salsa
Elevate your next barbecue with this irresistible Grilled Pork with Salsa recipe—a perfect balance of smoky, savory, and zesty flavors. Tender pork chops are seasoned with a bold blend of garlic, paprika, and olive oil, then grilled to perfection, locking in juicy, charred goodness. The showstopper, however, is the vibrant fresh salsa made with cherry tomatoes, red onion, lime juice, and a hint of jalapeño for a subtle spicy kick. This easy yet flavor-packed dish is ready in just 25 minutes and brings a burst of color and freshness to your table. Ideal for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, serve this grilled pork recipe alongside a crisp green salad or fluffy rice for a meal that's guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork chops, bone-in or boneless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely diced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 piece lime, juiced
- 1 piece jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt (for salsa)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the pork chops. Set aside to marinate while the grill heats up.
In a medium bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño (if using), and 1/4 teaspoon of salt to make the salsa. Stir well and set aside.
Place the pork chops on the preheated grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the pork chops from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Serve the grilled pork chops topped with the fresh salsa. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2241 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.1 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.2 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 544 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 3420 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.4 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 184.7 g | 369% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 3682 mg | 78% | |
*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.
