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Spiced Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Potatoes and Green Onions 19

This simple pork supper is a one-skillet wonder–it’ll be your new go-to meal on busy weeknights. The green onions become tender and slightly sweet as they roast, a nice contrast to the spiced pork and crispy potatoes. Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1/8 teaspoon sugar 1/8 […]

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Perfect Pork Tenderloin 14

Think of this refreshing salad as a deconstructed spring roll: cool rice noodles, crisp vegetables, and a sweet-and-spicy vinaigrette instead of a dipping sauce. Top it all off with savory stir-fried pork. Ingredients 4 ounces thin brown rice noodles (such as Annie Chun’s) 1 cup sliced red onion 5 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided 2 […]

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Flank Steak Tacos with Slaw 11

Ingredients Cooking spray 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1 (12-ounce) flank steak, trimmed 1 red bell pepper 1 yellow bell pepper 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon honey mustard 1 cup julienne-cut jicama 1 cup […]

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Charred Lemon Chicken Piccata 1

Lightly charring the lemon slices intensifies their flavor and creates a gorgeous look for this delicious chicken dinner. Be sure to include any of the sweet, tangy liquid the lemons give off in the bowl; it adds incredible depth to the sauce. Ingredients 2 small lemons, cut into thin rounds 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 4 […]

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Pork Fajitas with Mango 7

Ripe mango is such a wonderful and sweet accompaniment to the pork in this mouth-watering fajitas dish. Enjoy these with lime wedges and Mexican beer. Ingredients 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 (1-pound) pork tenderloin, trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch strips Cooking spray 2 cups julienne-cut red bell pepper, (about 1 medium) […]

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Herby Cucumber Salad 2

Creamy and tangy, this simple side comes together in a flash. Don’t make the salad ahead–the cucumbers will release too much water. Ingredients 1/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh dill 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoons coarsely chopped […]

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Cucumber-Lime Granita 16

Ingredients 1 tablespoon grated lime rind 1/2 cup fresh lime juice 3/4 cup sugar 1 cup water 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 mint sprigs 1 pound chopped English cucumber How to Make It Combine first 5 ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute; remove from heat. Add mint; […]

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Couscous Salad with Chickpeas 19

This main-dish couscous salad  is ready in 20 minutes and contains whole wheat couscous, chickpeas, tomato, and feta cheese.  You can serve it immediately, or cover and chill it for a portable lunch. Ingredients 1 cup uncooked whole-wheat couscous 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup boiling […]

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Grilled Chicken Thighs With Pineapple, Corn, and Bell Pepper Relish 13

Ingredients Cooking spray 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 1 1/4 pounds) 2 cups cubed fresh pineapple (about 1/2 pineapple) 1/2 cup fresh corn kernels (about 1 ear) 1/3 cup finely chopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup […]

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Cantonese Spinach with Garlic

Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil 8 medium garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 1 pound prewashed baby spinach 1 tablespoon rice wine 3/4 teaspoon sugar 3/4 teaspoon salt Nutritional Information How to Make It Heat oil in a wok or nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add garlic; cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add half of spinach; […]