Lettuce cups with avocado & tomato salsa

Whip up these delicious and healthy Lettuce cups filled with seasoned pork fillets and a fresh avocado and tomato salsa. Perfect for a light dinner or an appetizing snack!

  • 01 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 15 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 9 Ingredients

Lettuce cups with avocado & tomato salsa

Transform your mealtime with these delicious and healthy Lettuce Cups with Avocado & Tomato Salsa. This recipe combines vibrant, fresh ingredients and succulent pork fillets seasoned with a flavorful spice mix. It's a perfect option for a light lunch or dinner that's both satisfying and full of nutrients.

Ingredients:

1 short spray cooking spray oil
0.30g
2 pork fillets
400g
1 tsp spice mix
5g
2 tomatoes
260g
1 avocado
200g
1 cucumber
250g
1 onion
110g
1/4 cup coriander leaves
3.75g
8 lettuce leaves
120g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Tomatoes: Dice the tomatoes into small cubes.
- Avocado: Peel and pit the avocado, then dice it into small cubes.
- Cucumber: Peel the cucumber if desired, then dice it into small cubes.
- Onion: Peel the onion and finely chop it.
- Coriander: Chop the coriander leaves.
2. Make the Salsa:
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, avocado, cucumber, chopped onion, and coriander leaves.
- Mix gently to combine the ingredients. Set the salsa aside.
3. Prepare the Pork:
- Pat dry the pork fillets with a paper towel.
- Spray a non-stick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat.
- Rub the spice mix evenly over both sides of the pork fillets.
- Place the pork fillets in the heated skillet.
4. Cook the Pork:
- Cook the pork fillets for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and no longer pink in the center. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
- Once cooked, remove the pork from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Slice the pork fillets into thin strips.
5. Assemble the Lettuce Cups:
- Wash and pat dry the lettuce leaves.
- Lay out the lettuce leaves on a serving platter or individual plates.
6. Fill the Lettuce Cups:
- Place a portion of sliced pork fillet into each lettuce leaf.
- Top the pork with a generous spoonful of the avocado and tomato salsa.
7. Serve:
- Serve the Lettuce Cups immediately and enjoy!

Tips:

- Make sure to evenly coat the pork fillets with the spice mix to ensure all bites are flavorful.

- Choose ripe tomatoes and avocado for the salsa to get the best taste and texture.

- For added crunch, consider adding some finely chopped bell pepper to the salsa.

- If you prefer a bit of heat, mix in some finely diced jalapeños with the salsa.

- Prepare the salsa in advance to let the flavors meld together while you cook the pork.

- Serve immediately after assembling to keep the lettuce crisp and fresh.

With just a handful of ingredients and minimal cook time, these Lettuce Cups with Avocado & Tomato Salsa are a quick and tasty way to enjoy a nutritious meal. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or looking for a refreshing weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to impress. Enjoy the fusion of fresh salsa and seasoned pork in every bite!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size340 grams
Energy
Calories 230kcal11%
Protein
Protein 24g16%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 12g4%
Fiber 5g14%
Sugar 4.93g5%
Fat
Fat 10g12%
Saturated 1.82g6%
Cholesterol 66mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 150ug16%
Choline 100mg19%
Vitamin B1 1.11mg92%
Vitamin B2 0.47mg36%
Vitamin B3 8mg51%
Vitamin B6 1.04mg61%
Vitamin B9 70ug18%
Vitamin B12 0.51ug21%
Vitamin C 20mg23%
Vitamin E 1.72mg11%
Vitamin K 70ug56%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 44mg3%
Copper, Cu 0.27mg30%
Iron, Fe 1.96mg18%
Magnesium, Mg 66mg15%
Phosphorus, P 320mg26%
Potassium, K 1000mg29%
Selenium, Se 30ug57%
Sodium, Na 70mg5%
Zinc, Zn 2.56mg23%
Water
Water 290g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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