Fruit Pork Salad

What You Need:

1 (1 lb.) pork tenderloin
1 tbsp + 1 tsp dry Caribbean jerk seasoning, divided
1 tsp lime zest, grated
1/4 C lime juice
1 tbsp honey
1 (8 oz.) can pineapple chunks in its own juice
8 C of mixed salad greens
1/2 cantaloupe, cut into small pieces

How to Make It:

Preset the oven temperature to 425 degrees.
Rub 1 tbsp of the jerk seasoning over the entire pork loin.
Place a roasting rack into a shallow roasting pan and place the loin on the rack.
Roast the loin for 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 155 degrees.
Remove to a cutting board and cover loosely with foil.
Allow the roast to stand for 10 minutes then cut into slices.
Place the lime zest into a large bowl.
Add the lime juice and honey and whisk until well blended.
Whisk in the juice from the pineapple.
Add the pineapple chunks, salad greens, cantaloupe and pork slices and toss to combine.

Makes 4 servings

Jerk seasoning can be found in a powder form, a dry paste or even a marinade. Many people enjoy making their own. The essential ingredients for jerk seasoning include allspice, hot chilies, salt and thyme. Many people enjoy adding their own special touch by including garlic, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, brown sugar or lime juice. Either way it makes this salad a one of kind main dish meal that is both healthy and tasty.

Preparation Time: approximately 20 minutes
Cooking Time: approximately 30 minutes
Total Time: approximately 50 minutes

Nutritional Information: (approximate values per serving)
Calories 265; Fat 6g; Saturated Fat 2g; Carbohydrates 27g; Protein 26g; Fiber 2g Cholesterol 67 mg; Sodium 104 mg

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