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!
Cook time 15 min
Prep time 15 min
Ingredients:
1 short spray cooking spray oil2 pork fillets
1 tsp spice mix
2 tomatoes
1 avocado
1 cucumber
1 onion
1/4 cup coriander leaves
8 lettuce leaves
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.
Instructions:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Wash and pat dry the lettuce leaves.
- Lay out the lettuce leaves on a serving platter or individual plates.
- Place a portion of sliced pork fillet into each lettuce leaf.
- Top the pork with a generous spoonful of the avocado and tomato salsa.
- 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 per serving
4 ServingsCalories 230kcal
Protein 24g
Carbohydrates 12g
Fiber 5g
Sugar 4.93g
Fat 10g
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