Spanish Paprika Pork with Heirloom Tomatoes
Smoky grilled pork and juicy August heirloom tomatoes make a fast Spanish-inspired dinner that showcases peak Washington summer produce.
Ingredients
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Boneless Pork Loin Center-Cut Thin Chops1 lb $4.99
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Fresh Organic Heirloom Tomato1 lb $3.49
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Red onion1/4 cup thinly sliced
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Garlic2 cloves $0.99
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Parsley1/4 cup chopped $1.89
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Extra-virgin olive oil2 tablespoons
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Sherry vinegar1 1/2 tablespoons
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Smoked paprika1 1/2 teaspoons
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Ground cumin1/2 teaspoon
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Kosher salt1 teaspoon
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Black pepper1/2 teaspoon
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Owen Roe Sinister Hand Grenache Oregon Red Wine750 ml $23.99
Instructions
- Preheat a grill to medium-high, about 425°F. Cut 1 pound heirloom tomato into wedges, thinly slice 1/4 cup red onion, mince 2 cloves garlic, and chop 1/4 cup parsley.
- Pat 1 pound pork chops dry, then coat them with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Toss 1 pound tomato wedges and 1/4 cup sliced red onion with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 1/2 tablespoons sherry vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 cup chopped parsley; let the salad stand while the pork cooks.
- Grill the seasoned 1 pound pork chops for 3 to 4 minutes per side, closing the lid between turns, until the thickest part reaches 145°F.
- Transfer the grilled 1 pound pork chops to a clean board and rest for 5 minutes; toss the salad made with 1 pound tomatoes once more while they rest.
- Slice the rested 1 pound pork chops across the grain and divide them between two plates with the salad made from 1 pound heirloom tomatoes.
Total time: 30 minutes
Estimated cost: About $10–$12, plus pantry staples
Health notes: About 590 calories per serving, with roughly 50 grams of protein and a generous serving of tomatoes.
Drink pairing: Serve with a fruit-forward Grenache whose red-berry character complements the smoky paprika and sweet heirloom tomatoes.
Wine picks:
- Owen Roe Sinister Hand Grenache Oregon Red Wine $23.99 750 ml
- Browne Family Vineyards Bitner Estate Grenache Washington Rose Wine $14.99 750 ml
Why it works: The Owen Roe Sinister Hand Grenache is the strongest match: its ripe red-berry fruit complements the sweet heirloom tomatoes, while Grenache’s supple body and spice harmonize with smoked paprika, cumin, and grilled pork. The Washington Grenache rosé is a lively alternative, especially if you want a lighter, brighter pairing for the tomato salad and sherry vinegar.