Avocado Mango Salad with Pork Tenderloin Recipe

White platter holding Avocado Mango Salad with Pork Tenderloin, with bowl of pistachios in background

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Avocado Mango Salad with Pork Tenderloin Recipe

Elevate your summer dining with this unexpected and refreshing Avocado Mango Salad with Pork Tenderloin. The perfect harmony of creamy avocado, sweet mango, and savory, succulent pork creates a flavor explosion that's both satisfying and sophisticated. A bright Sesame Ginger Dressing tops it all off. Whether you're simply preparing a weeknight dinner or hosting an outdoor gathering, this dish is sure to impress.

Prep Time25

Cook Time15

Total Time40

Course: Main dish salads, Salad

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Avocado Mango Salad, Avocado Mango Salad with Pork

Servings: servings

Calories: 844kcal

Author: Lee Clayton Roper

Ingredients

2 pounds pork tenderloin silver skin and excess fat removed
2 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt
Fresh ground black pepper
4 cups mixed greens torn into bite-sized pieces
2 large mangoes peeled, pit removed, and sliced
2 large avocados peeled, pit removed, and sliced
1 medium red onion peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup cilantro leaves
1/2 cup coarsely chopped roasted pistachios salted or unsalted
3/4 cup Sesame Ginger Dressing see Note below
Lime wedges optional

Instructions

Remove silver skin and excess fat.
Brush tenderloin all over with oil and season with salt and pepper.
Roast or grill to desired doneness. I prefer grilling, for it's smoky flavor. Let rest for 10 minutes, then slice pork into 1/2-inch rounds.
In a large bowl, toss together the mixed greens and cilantro leaves. Lightly drizzle with salad dressing, season with salt and pepper, and toss. Spread evenly on either a large platter or 4 dinner plates.
Place pork slices on top of lettuce.
Arrange mango and avocado slices around the pork. Scatter sliced onion and pistachios over the top.
Drizzle lightly with dressing; sprinkle with salt and pepper. If desired, drizzle with a squeeze of lime.
Serve immediately, passing additional dressing on the side.

Notes

Salad dressing: I like to use Primal Kitchen Sesame Ginger Dressing that I find at my local City Market (part of Kroger stores). My Mango Salad Dressing or Lemon Basil Tahini Dressing. would also be delicious on this salad.

Make ahead: Pork can be cooked up to 24 hours ahead, cooled, placed in an airtight container, and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before slicing and serving.

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