Tex-Mex Pork & Zucchini Skillet
Juicy spice-seared pork tenderloin tops a summery zucchini-corn skillet with fresh tomato, avocado, lime, and warm tortillas.
Ingredients
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Kroger® Fresh Natural Pork Tenderloin12 oz $2.99
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Zucchini1 medium, diced $1.79
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Fresh Sweet Corn on the Cob-Each2 ears, kernels cut from cobs $0.99
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Fresh Roma Tomato1 large, diced $1.49
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Jumbo Red Onions1/2 small, diced $1.19
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Fresh Medium Ripe Avocado1, diced $1.00
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Fresh Organic Lime1 $1.29
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Organic Cilantro1/4 cup chopped $1.69
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Corn tortillas4 small
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Olive or neutral oil1 tablespoon
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Chili powder1 1/2 teaspoons
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Ground cumin1 teaspoon
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Dried oregano1/2 teaspoon
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Garlic powder1/2 teaspoon
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Kosher salt3/4 teaspoon, plus more to taste
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Black pepper1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
- Dice the zucchini, tomato, and red onion; cut the corn kernels from the cobs, chop the cilantro, dice the avocado, and cut the lime into wedges. Slice the pork crosswise into four thick medallions.
- Combine the chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pat the pork dry and coat it evenly with half of the spice mixture.
- Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork for 3–4 minutes per side, until browned and the centers reach 145°F. Transfer to a plate and rest for 5 minutes.
- While the pork rests, add the remaining teaspoon oil and the red onion to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes, then add the zucchini, corn, and remaining spice mixture; cook for 6–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender and lightly charred.
- Fold in the tomato and cook for 1 minute. Remove from the heat, squeeze half the lime over the vegetables, and stir in half the cilantro. Taste and adjust the salt.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a low gas flame for about 30 seconds per side, keeping them wrapped in a clean towel.
- Divide the zucchini-corn skillet between plates, top with the rested pork and avocado, and serve with warm tortillas, remaining cilantro, and lime wedges.
Total time: 35 minutes
Estimated cost: About $9–$11 for 2 servings
Health notes: Approximately 610 calories per serving, with about 38 grams of protein and 9 grams of fiber.
Drink pairing: A chilled dry rosé complements the pork and sweet corn while cooling the chile spices.