Heart-Healthy Stir Fried Pork with Vegetables

Elevate your dinner game with this Heart-Healthy Stir Fried Pork with Vegetables, a quick and nutrient-packed meal that's as good for your taste buds as it is for your heart. Tender strips of lean pork tenderloin are marinated in a flavorful blend of low-sodium soy sauce, honey, fresh ginger, and garlic, then stir-fried to perfection. Crisp, vibrant vegetables like broccoli, red bell peppers, carrots, and sugar snap peas are cooked just right for maximum flavor and crunch, all brought together with a savory sauce that keeps every bite deliciously balanced. This 30-minute recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and can be served over fluffy brown rice or quinoa for a wholesome, fiber-rich base. Garnished with sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this dish combines bold Asian-inspired flavors with heart-conscious ingredients, proving healthy eating can be both satisfying and delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces pork tenderloin
• 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil (such as avocado oil)
• 2 cups broccoli (cut into small florets)
• 1 red bell pepper (sliced into thin strips)
• 1 carrot (sliced into thin rounds)
• 1 cup sugar snap peas (trimmed)
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 green onion (sliced thinly)
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 2 cups brown rice or quinoa (cooked, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Trim any visible fat from the pork tenderloin and slice it into thin strips, about 1/4-inch thick.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil to make the marinade.

Step 3

Add the sliced pork to a medium bowl and pour half of the marinade over it. Reserve the other half of the marinade. Toss the pork to coat evenly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes while you prep the vegetables.

Step 4

Heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of neutral cooking oil to the pan.

Step 5

Add the marinated pork to the hot pan in a single layer and stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through. Remove the pork from the pan and set aside.

Step 6

In the same pan, add the broccoli florets, red bell pepper, carrot slices, and sugar snap peas. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.

Step 7

Add 3 tablespoons of water to the pan and cover with a lid for 2 minutes to steam the vegetables slightly.

Step 8

Remove the lid and return the cooked pork to the pan. Pour the reserved marinade over the pork and vegetables, stirring well to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through and coated in the sauce.

Step 9

Transfer the stir-fry to a serving platter or individual bowls. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately over cooked brown rice or quinoa for a heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1418.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1466.7

Total Fat 45.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.5g
Cholesterol 231.3mg	0%
Sodium 2790.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 154.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.6g	0%
Total Sugars 34.5g
Protein 112.0g	0%

Vitamin D 27.2IU	0%
Calcium 283.9mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 3199.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.9%

Protein: 30.3%

Carbs: 41.9%