Smoky Pork Tacos with Avocado Corn Salad
Enjoy the bold, smoky flavors of these delicious Smoky Pork Tacos, served on soft tortillas and topped with fresh and vibrant fillings. Paired with a refreshing Avocado Corn Salad, this meal is both satisfying and mindful of dietary limits, keeping carbohydrates and sodium in check.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb pork tenderloin thinly sliced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper ground, divided
- 2 tbsp olive oil divided
- 8 loven carb contol tortillas 12 carbs and 100 mg sodium each
- 1 cup lettuce shredded
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes divided diced and halved
- 1/2 cup red onion diced, divided
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/8 cup cilantro Fresh chopped (for garnish)
- 2 Lime wedges for serving, 1 TBSP lime juice
- 1 cup corn kernels cooked, fresh or frozen
- 1 avocado diced
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss the sliced pork tenderloin in the spice mixture until well coated.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned 1 lb pork tenderloin slices and cook for about 5-7 minutes (timer), or until the pork is cooked through and slightly crispy around the edges. Remove from heat.
- Warm the soft 8 loven carb contol tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 1 minute per side, until soft and pliable.
- Divide the cooked pork evenly among the warm tortillas. Top each taco with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
- Make the Avocado Corn Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked 1 cup corn kernels, diced 1 avocado, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, and 1/2 cup red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the 2 Lime juiced, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Plate the Smoky Pork Tacos alongside the Avocado Corn Salad. Enjoy your delicious, balanced meal!
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Smoky Pork Tacos with Avocado Corn Salad
Amount per Serving
Calories
480
% Daily Value*
Fat
44
g
68
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
38
%
Trans Fat
0.04
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
13
g
Cholesterol
78
mg
26
%
Sodium
536
mg
23
%
Potassium
1.181
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
43
g
14
%
Fiber
22
g
92
%
Sugar
5
g
6
%
Protein
37
g
74
%
Vitamin A
649
IU
13
%
Vitamin C
25
mg
30
%
Calcium
291
mg
29
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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