Seared Pork Chops with Lentil and Apple Salad

• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 8 1/2-inch-thick boneless pork chops
• 1 tsp. paprika
• kosher salt
• Pepper
• 1/4 small red onion
• 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp. whole-grain mustard
• 1 can lentils
• 1 crisp red apple
• 1 stalk celery
• 1 c. celery leaves

1. Heat 1/2 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Season the pork with the paprika and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
3. Cook 4 chops until golden brown and just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side; transfer to plates.
4. Repeat with 1/2 tablespoon oil and the remaining chops.
5. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the remaining tablespoon oil, the onion, vinegar, mustard, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
6. Add the lentils and toss to combine.
7. Fold in the apple, celery, and celery leaves.
8. Serve with the pork.

olive oil, pork chops, paprika, kosher salt, pepper, red onion, apple cider vinegar, wholegrain mustard, lentils, apple, celery, celery

Taken from www.delish.com/recipefinder/seared-pork-chops-lentil-apple-salad-recipe-wdy0115 (may not work)