Bruschetta pork chops topped with delicious melted mozzarella.
4 Meridian Boneless Pork Chops
2 large, very firm tomatoes, finely diced
½ large red onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 tbsp olive oil, plus more for basting
1 ½ tbsp balsamic vinegar, plus more for drizzle
½ tsp salt
fresh basil leaves, cut into strips
1 cup mozzarella, shredded or sliced
salt & pepper to taste
1
Preheat grill to high for 10 minutes.
2
Make bruschetta by tossing together the tomatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, basil leaves and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
3
Season the pork chops with salt and pepper and lightly baste with olive oil.
4
Grill for 3 minutes per side, or to desired doneness.
5
Top the pork chops with mozzarella cheese and place under the broiler for 1 minute until cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
6
Let rest for 5 minutes.
7
Top chops with a spoonful of bruschetta mixture and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
Ingredients
4 Meridian Boneless Pork Chops
2 large, very firm tomatoes, finely diced
½ large red onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 tbsp olive oil, plus more for basting
1 ½ tbsp balsamic vinegar, plus more for drizzle
½ tsp salt
fresh basil leaves, cut into strips
1 cup mozzarella, shredded or sliced
salt & pepper to taste
