Pork Salad with Mandarin Oranges

Brighten up your meal routine with this vibrant Pork Salad with Mandarin Oranges, a harmonious blend of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. Succulent slices of roasted pork tenderloin—seasoned to perfection with garlic and black pepper—are layered over a bed of crisp mixed salad greens. Juicy mandarin oranges, thinly sliced red onion, toasted almonds, and creamy feta cheese add texture and a burst of freshness to every bite. Finished with a drizzle of balsamic vinaigrette, this salad is a perfect balance of indulgence and lightness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish isn’t only visually stunning but also an easy, healthy option for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Keywords: pork salad, mandarin orange salad, roasted pork recipe, easy main course salad, healthy dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 piece (approximately 1 pound) pork tenderloin
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 6 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup canned mandarin oranges in juice (drained)
• 0.5 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
• 0.25 cup sliced almonds (toasted)
• 0.5 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
• 0.25 cup balsamic vinaigrette

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Trim any excess fat from the pork tenderloin and pat it dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Rub the pork tenderloin with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then season all sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 4

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 5

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-18 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 6

Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.

Step 7

While the pork is resting, prepare the salad by arranging the mixed salad greens, mandarin oranges, red onion, toasted almonds, and crumbled feta cheese on a large serving platter or in individual bowls.

Step 8

Top the salad with the thinly sliced pork.

Step 9

Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad just before serving.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1267.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1709.6

Total Fat 96.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.1g
Cholesterol 415.3mg	0%
Sodium 5925.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 43.5g
Protein 142.7g	0%

Vitamin D 36.3IU	0%
Calcium 860.2mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 3410.3mg	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: 50.3%

Protein: 32.9%

Carbs: 16.7%