Pork and Pineapple Grain Bowl

 Ingredients:

For the Pork Marinade:

• 1 pound pork tenderloin, sliced into thin strips
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Pineapple Salsa:

• 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
• 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional, for heat)
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt to taste

For the Grain Bowl:

• 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
• 2 cups mixed greens (e.g., spinach, kale, arugula)
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1/4 cup cashews or peanuts, chopped (optional, for crunch)
• Lime wedges for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

For the Pork Marinade:

1. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

2. Add the thinly sliced pork to the marinade, making sure each piece is coated. Allow the pork to marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or longer in the refrigerator for enhanced flavor.

For the Pineapple Salsa:

3. In a separate bowl, combine the diced fresh pineapple, finely chopped red onion, diced red bell pepper, chopped cilantro, and jalapeño pepper (if using).

4. Squeeze the juice of one lime over the salsa and mix well.

5. Season the salsa with salt to taste and refrigerate until you're ready to assemble the bowls.

For Assembling the Grain Bowl:

6. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated pork strips and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until they are cooked through and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat.

7. In each serving bowl, start with a base of cooked brown rice or quinoa.

8. Arrange a handful of mixed greens on top of the grains.

9. Add slices of ripe avocado to the bowl.

10. Spoon the cooked pork strips over the greens and grains.

11. Top the bowl with a generous amount of pineapple salsa.

12. If desired, sprinkle chopped cashews or peanuts for extra crunch.

13. Garnish with lime wedges to squeeze over the bowl for added zing.

14. Serve your Pork and Pineapple Grain Bowl immediately and enjoy this flavorful and satisfying meal!

This Pork and Pineapple Grain Bowl combines the sweetness of fresh pineapple salsa with savory marinated pork, creating a delicious balance of flavors and textures. It's a vibrant and healthy meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner.