Love Bites Pork Steaks with Lentils and Greens

This recipe is a well balanced and delicious dish, low in carbohydrates and full of flavour. The tang of the artichokes is well balanced by the saltness of the feta and acidity of the cider vinegar. Feel free to mix the green salad with pork belly or chops or mix the spinach with rocket and cress. Broccoli, beans and asparagus are also tasty alternatives or additions. 

A perfect seasonal dish that is easy and always tasty.

Serves 2

INGREDIENTS

• x2 Pork steaks
• 1 Tspn fennel seeds
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• Salt and pepper to season
• 1/2 Cup marinated artichokes (cut into smaller wedges if necessary)
• 70g Spinach or mixture of rocket
• 80g Feta cheese
• 300g Can of cooked lentils
• 1/2 Cup garden peas
• A handful chopped parsley
• Good quality olive oil, cider vinegar and extra lemon juice salt & pepper to dress and garnish

METHOD

• Season the steaks in salt and pepper, garlic and fennel seeds, and cook 2-3 minutes each side on a medium - high heat
• Heat the lentils on the stove or microwave as per instructions on the can (feel free to also cook dried lentils)
• Boil the peas and drain
• Arrange the spinach on the bottom of the pan add the lentils, peas and artichokes
• Dress the salad a lug of olive oil, cider vinegar, lemon juice if desired and salt and pepper
• Lay the pork on top of the salad and garnish with the chopped parsley and feta

Notes: feel free to add any additional vegetables, like green beans, broccoli, or asparagus and mix up the herbs - basil, coriander or a bit of mint is a delicious and fresh addition!