Sweet Cherry Salsa Pork Chops
Juicy, tender pork chops meet the vibrant flavors of summer in this Sweet Cherry Salsa Pork Chops recipe. Perfectly seasoned and pan-seared to golden perfection, these pork chops are topped with a refreshing salsa made from sweet, juicy cherries, zesty lime, and a hint of heat from fresh jalapeño. A touch of honey balances the tartness, while chopped cilantro and diced red onion add layers of freshness and crunch. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner or an impressive main course for guests. Serve these flavorful pork chops alongside your favorite sides for a dish that’s as colorful as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless pork chops
- 2 cups sweet cherries (pitted and chopped)
- 0.25 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 piece jalapeño (finely diced, seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 piece lime (juice and zest)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of pepper, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder.
Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel and rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the pork chops to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Remove the chops from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes.
While the pork chops are cooking, prepare the cherry salsa. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped cherries, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, diced jalapeño, lime juice, lime zest, and 1 tablespoon of honey. Mix well.
Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning with additional lime juice or a pinch of salt if needed.
Serve the pork chops topped with the sweet cherry salsa. Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
339 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.6 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 549 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.2 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 26.7 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 675 mg | 14% | |
*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.
