Pork Chops with Arugula and Butternut Squash Salad

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Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1½ Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 (1-inch-thick) boneless pork chops
  • 1½ cups peeled, cubed butternut squash
  • ¼ cup pecans
  • 1 (5-oz) pkg baby arugula
  • ¼ cup pomegranate seeds (arils)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 475°F. Combine 1 Tbsp oil, lemon juice, and garlic. Divide between 2 bowls. Brush 1 portion over pork, and season lightly with salt and pepper. Place pork on a large rimmed baking sheet.
  2. Arrange squash around pork, drizzle with 1 Tbsp oil, and season lightly with salt and pepper. Bake 25 minutes or until pork is done and squash is browned and tender.
  3. Meanwhile, toast nuts in a dry skillet over medium-high heat 3 to 4 minutes or until fragrant.
  4. Combine arugula, squash, nuts, and pomegranate seeds in a large bowl; drizzle with desired amount of remaining vinaigrette. Toss. Divide salad between 2 plates; slice pork, and serve with salad.

Nutritional Information

Main Total
Servings 2

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