
Peeled Pumpkin Pieces
packet
Panko Breadcrumbs
(Contains: Wheat, Gluten; )
Tomato
packet
Parsley
Cucumber
packet
Mixed Salad Leaves
2
Garlic
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Creamy Pesto Dressing
(Contains: Soy; )
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Pork Loin Steaks
Preheat the oven to 220°C/200°C fan-forced. Finely chop the garlic (or use a garlic press). Slice the butternut pumpkin into 1cm wedges. TIP: Peel the skin if you don't like it! Roughly chop the cucumber and tomato. Finely chop the parsley.
In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, a generous pinch of salt and pepper and a generous drizzle of olive oil. Mix well to combine.
Place the pumpkin on an oven tray lined with baking paper. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Top the pumpkin wedges with the herb crumb and gently press down so it sticks. TIP: Don’t worry if the crumb falls off, you’ll use it later! Roast until golden and tender, 20-25 minutes.
While the pumpkin is roasting, season the pork loin steaks with salt and pepper. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large frying pan over a medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the pork steaks and cook until cooked through, 3-4 minutes each side (depending on thickness). Set aside on a plate and cover with foil to rest.
While the pork is resting, in a medium bowl, add the cucumber, tomato and mixed salad leaves. Add the balsamic vinegar and a drizzle of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.
Thickly slice the pork. Divide the crumbed pumpkin and salad between plates and top with the pork. Spoon any resting juices over the pork. Sprinkle over any remaining herb crumb and serve with the creamy pesto dressing.