Nippy Pork Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Pork tenderloin - 500g (sliced into thin strips)
2. Arugula - 1 bunch (about 2 cups after washing and drying)
3. Feta cheese - 100g (crumbled)
4. Sunflower seeds - ½ cup (toasted)
5. Apple - 1 medium (sliced into small pieces)
6. Maple syrup - 3 tbsp
7. Mustard sauce or vinaigrette - 4 tbsp
8. Salt and pepper - to taste

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 30 minutes
• Total: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the pork slices with a little salt and pepper. Set aside for 15 minutes to season.
2. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Toast the sunflower seeds in the oven for about 5 minutes until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the mustardsauce or vinaigrette with the maple syrup and mix well. Set aside.
4. In a large frying pan, heat some oil and cook the pork slices until fully cooked and slightly crispy. Remove from heat and let cool.
5. In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, crumbled feta cheese, toasted sunflower seeds, apple slices, and cooled pork slices.
6. Pour the mustard-maple dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
7. Season with salt and pepper if needed and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30g
• Fat: 28g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Fiber: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creative fusion of American and Eastern flavors.
• Sweet and savory combination with a unique dressing.
• Fresh and crunchy texture from the arugula and sunflower seeds.
• Pork tenderloin provides a lean and juicy meat option.

User Comments:

1. "Love the combination of flavors in this salad! The maple syrup gives it a unique sweet taste."
2. "The pork tenderloin adds a great protein boost to this salad."
3. "This is a great dish for summer, so refreshing and light."
4. "The arugula adds a nice bitter taste to the salad, love it!"
5. "A perfect blend of Eastern and Western flavors, really creative!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Ensure to buy pork tenderloin as it's more tender than other pork cuts for this dish.
• Toast the sunflower seeds carefully to avoid burning them.
• Adjust the dressing according to your preference for a more sweet or savory taste.