Marjoram, an aromatic herb that tastes like a mild version of oregano, is the key ingredient in the rub that makes these grilled pork chops so tasty.

　　

Ingredients

Serves 4; 3 ounces pork per serving

　　1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram, crumbled

　　1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

　　1/8 teaspoon onion powder

　　1/8 teaspoon pepper

　　4 center loin pork chops (about 4 ounces each if boneless, 6 ounces each with bone), cut 1/2 inch thick, all visible fat discarded

　　

Step 1

Preheat the grill on medium high or preheat the broiler.

　　

Step 2

In a small bowl, stir together all the ingredients except the pork. Sprinkle over both sides of the pork. Using your fingertips, gently press the mixture so it adheres to the pork.

　　

Step 3

Grill the pork or broil about 4 inches from the heat for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until browned on the outside and slightly pink in the center.

　　

Nutrition information

Step 4

(Per serving)

　　

Step 5

Calories: 143

　　

Step 6

Total fat: 6.0g

　　

Step 7

Saturated: 1.5g

　　

Step 8

Trans: 0.0g

　　

Step 9

Polyunsaturated: 0.5g

　　

Step 10

Monounsaturated: 2.0g

　　

Step 11

Cholesterol: 66mg

　　

Step 12

Sodium: 44mg

　　

Step 13

Carbohydrates: 0g

　　

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Fiber: 0g

　　

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Sugars: 0g

　　

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Protein: 21g

　　

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Calcium: 20mg

　　

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Potassium: 285mg

　　

Dietary Exchanges

Step 19

3 lean meat

　　American Heart Association Low-Salt Cookbook, 4th Edition