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Salsa Hot Dogs

Mmmmm. Boy oh boy. Salsa hot dogs. Mighty darned tasty. Like a hand-held serving of nachos. As spicy as you want it to be depending on the salsa you use. Of course, like nachos, you can add anything else you want. Like pickled jalapeno slices. Or shredded cheese. No matter what you do, these are great. I love the cool sour cream and tomatoes with the hot beef dogs and the spicy salsa, along with the crunch of the lettuce.

Salsa Hot Dogs

These were the perfect dogs to enjoy outside on the deck on a beautiful spring day.

Slicing your hot dogs before cooking helps ensure that the toppings don’t slide off. And that’s a good thing!

Also try my sandwich roll hot dogs. They’re different.

Salsa Hot Dogs
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Salsa Hot Dogs

Mmmmm. Boy oh boy. Salsa hot dogs. Mighty darned tasty. Like a hand-held serving of nachos. As spicy as you want it to be depending on the salsa you use. 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword hot dogs
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 253kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

  • 2 hot dog buns
  • 2 hot dogs
  • ¼ cup iceberg lettuce shredded
  • ½ Roma tomato seeded, chopped
  • 1-2 tablespoons black olives sliced
  • 1-2 tablespoons salsa
  • 1-2 tablespoons sour cream

Instructions

  • Toast the buns as desired
  • Cook the dogs.
  • Add dogs to the buns. Top with the lettuce, tomato and olives.
  • Add a dollop or so of salsa, followed by the sour cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 253kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 645mg | Potassium: 202mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 266IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cantaloupe Salsa

I always stock up on pork tenderloins when they go on sale. They’re so easy to grill, and they can take on so many great flavors. I topped this marinated grilled pork tenderloin with cantaloupe salsa. The cool salsa complimented the juicy, tender, flavorful tenderloin perfectly. This made for the perfect summer grilled dish, perfect for enjoying out on the patio.

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cantaloupe Salsa

If you don’t want to go thru the steps for making your own salsa, just grab your favorite store-bought version at the store. I would recommend a thicker, chunky salsa. It’ll hold up better with the pork. But if you have the time and ingredients, you can’t beat this grilled pork tenderloin with cantaloupe salsa. I like my salsa nice and chunky. That’s hard to find in the store-bought stuff.

Get yourself a good set of grill tools for this tenderloin and anything else you grill. You won’t regret the extra few bucks they cost over the cheap ones that you’re going to have to replace in a few years. I have had several sets of Weber tools for decades and have yet to replace a single one.

Also try my grilled pork tenderloin with a wonderful cherry salsa.

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cantaloupe Salsa
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Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cantaloupe Salsa

I topped this marinated grilled pork tenderloin with cantaloupe salsa. The cool salsa complimented the juicy, tender tenderloin perfectly.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword grilled, pork, salsa
Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 550kcal
Author Based on a recipe from IGA

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place the tenderloins in a large resealable baggie or container.
  • Whisk the remaining ingredients together and add to the bag.
  • Seal and rotate a few times to cover the meat.
  • Place the baggie in a large bowl or deep pan in the fridge for 4-6 hours.
  • Fire up your grill for direct and indirect cooking.
  • Remove the tenderloins from the marinade and shake off the excess.
  • Sear over direct heat then remove to indirect heat and cook until the temperature reaches 150 F.
  • Remove from heat and let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
  • Serve topped with the salsa.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 94g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 295mg | Sodium: 398mg | Potassium: 1798mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 38IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Cantaloupe Salsa

This is great salsa. Tired of the same old tomato-based salsa? This cantaloupe salsa will cure you! You could serve it with chips, though you might want to chop the cantaloupe a little smaller. Or do as I did and serve it over a fantastic grilled pork tenderloin.

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cantaloupe Salsa

I liked the chunkier pieces of fruit in my cantaloupe salsa when served with tender, juicy pork tenderloin. Smaller pieces would’ve been lost in the dish, I think.

I serve a similar dish but use a cherry salsa instead. Either salsa pairs perfectly with the pork.

Add a little minced jalapeno or serrano for an extra kick!

This recipe was inspired by a recipe from Patio Daddio.

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Cantaloupe Salsa
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Cantaloupe Salsa

This is great salsa. Tired of the same old tomato-based salsa? This cantaloupe salsa will cure you! 
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword cantaloupe, salsa
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 63kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Patio Daddio

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients.
  • Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 407mg | Potassium: 297mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 3533IU | Vitamin C: 41mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.