Grilled Pork Chops with Plums, Red Onions, and Arugula - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Grilled Pork Chops with Plums, Red Onions, and Arugula is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 (8 to 10 ounce) boneless pork chops, halved lengthwise to make 4 chops
- 1/2 c. plus 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar
- 4 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 4 plums, thinly sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp. brown sugar
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp. dijon
- 6 c. baby arugula
- Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Arrange pork chops in a glass baking dish and pour over 1/2 cup red wine vinegar. Let marinate while you prep.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add plums and onion and cook, stirring until beginning to soften, 5 minutes. Add balsamic vinegar and brown sugar and continue cooking until golden, 5 minutes more. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a lightly oiled grill or grill pan over high heat. Remove pork from red wine vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Grill pork chops 4 minutes, then flip and cook 3 to 4 minutes more. Let rest 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together Dijon and remaining tablespoon red wine vinegar. Slowly whisk in remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil. Add arugula and gently toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon plum mixture over grilled pork chops and garnish with thyme. Serve with arugula salad.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Grilled Pork Chops with Plums, Red Onions, and Arugula recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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