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This recipe for Grilled Pork Chops and Grilled Romaine Salad with a Toasted Sesame Vinaigrette is a 30 minute meal, and who doesn’t need a delicious recipe like that in his/her back pocket? I adore having recipes that are not only quick and easy, but scrumptious, too.
Grilled Pork and Grilled Romaine Salad with Toasted Sesame Vinaigrette is a perfect everyday meal solution.
Summer Is The Time For Easy Dinners On The Grill
The thing I love about this recipe is that not only is it perfect for a busy school night, but it’s also awesome enough to serve if you’re entertaining. Your guests will be bowled over by how delicious pork can be when you grill it like a steak, and your wallet will thank you, too. Plus, there’s the “wow” factor of grilled romaine lettuce: many people haven’t tried it yet. Most will be amazed by how much flavor grilling adds! And then, there’s the toasted sesame vinaigrette.
My Extra Special Nashville Traditional Vinaigrette
Let me tell you a little secret about this vinaigrette: it is a very close approximation of what used to be served at one of my favorite places to have lunch in Nashville: The Corner Market. If this recipe isn’t precisely what they served, it’s pretty dang close. You can always substitute a bottled dressing, if you’re pressed for time, but this takes only about 5 minutes to throw together, and once you’ve tasted it, you’ll wonder where it’s been all your life. It’s quite likely to become a family favorite for salads of all types, so don’t miss out on making it, is my recommendation.
Grill Your Pork Chop Like a Steak
Thinking about pork chops like I think about steaks was a new thought for me, but I can’t imagine why I didn’t think of it sooner!
When you’re grilling meats, using a meat thermometer is a must. If you love your pork medium rare, you should cook it to an internal temperature of 145º, followed by a 3 minute rest. That resting time is crucial, and it’s also the perfect opportunity to grill the romaine. If you like your chops a little more done, you can cook them to an internal temperature of 160º.
One more peek at how beautifully this simple recipe turns out! It’s colorful, flavorful, and almost too easy!
You’ll be amazed by the delicious flavors of the grilled romaine lettuce, and the sesame vinaigrette. Please: pin this on Pinterest!
Grilled Pork and Grilled Romaine Salad with Toasted Sesame Vinaigrette
This is ridiculously delicious for the amount of time and effort you put in! Grill the pork like a steak, grill the romaine briefly, add some fresh veggies, and the delicious vinaigrette, and you've got dinner in a flash, perfect for your family, or entertaining.
Ingredients
- FOR THE VINAIGRETTE:
- ¼ cup of rice wine vinegar
- 1½ teaspoons onion powder
- 1 t. minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- ¾ cup canola oil
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- FOR THE PORK CHOPS AND SALAD:
- 4 Pork Chops
- 2 hearts of Romaine Lettuce, halved from tip of leaves, down to center of core, horizontally
- 12 miniature bell peppers of assorted colors (red, orange and yellow), quartered in long strips
- 16 grape tomatoes, halved
Instructions
- To Grill the Pork Chops: Heat grill to medium-high. Pat the pork chops dry, and season them generously with salt and pepper. Grill chops approximately 5 minutes on each side until it reaches an internal temperature of 145º for medium-rare, or up to 160º for a little more done. Allow meat to rest for 3-6 minutes, while you grill the romaine.
- To Grill the Romaine: In a large bowl, toss the romaine halves in a little olive oil and season them with salt. Put them in a single layer on the grill and cook for 3 minutes. Turn and cook on the other side for 3 additional minutes; the romaine should feel slightly warm and tender. Transfer the halves to a large platter. Spoon a little of the vinaigrette on each.
- To plate the meal: Place the romaine on each plate, a grilled pork chop on top of that, and distribute the sliced tomatoes and miniature peppers around and on top of the meat and the Romaine. Drizzle with Toasted Sesame Vinaigrette, and serve.
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the cubicle chick
Monday 22nd of August 2016
I'm not a pork lover, but this looks so good!
Ellen Dolgen
Monday 22nd of August 2016
This looks absolutely delic! I am going to make this tomorrow! Thank you...............
michelle
Monday 22nd of August 2016
This looks AMAZING!! My recent post Body Shaming and What I Learned From Trump
Deborah Cruz
Monday 22nd of August 2016
This looks amazing. I've just been looking for pork and chicken recipes and this is perfect. THanks for sharing. I can't wait to try.
haralee
Monday 22nd of August 2016
I did not know Smithfield Pork was hormone, steroid free. Thanks. Only kind of meat I buy. This is a very pretty dish and I will have to try the dressing. Pork and Asian dressing just go well together.