Herb and Lime Pork Salad

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Thinly sliced pork tenderloin marinated in lime and herbs, tossed with fresh greens and a zesty dressing. This asian-inspired salads ready in about 45 minutes pairs Pork tenderloin, Lime juice, Fish sauce into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 35 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Add 12 oz pork tenderloin slices, toss to coat, and marinate for 20 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with no oil. Add the marinated pork and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through, then slice thinly.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups torn lettuce, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 2 tbsp chopped mint, and 1/4 cup sliced green onions.
  4. Step 4: Add the sliced pork to the salad bowl and pour the remaining marinade over it. Toss gently to coat and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Herb and Lime Pork Salad take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (35 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Herb and Lime Pork Salad?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork tenderloin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Herb and Lime Pork Salad?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Herb and Lime Pork Salad for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Herb and Lime Pork Salad?

Asian salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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