Keto Classic Roast Pork Sandwich

Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of a Keto Classic Roast Pork Sandwich—a low-carb twist on a hearty favorite. This recipe highlights tender, oven-roasted pork shoulder infused with a flavorful blend of garlic, smoked paprika, and onion powder, seared to perfection and slow-roasted until juicy and melt-in-your-mouth tender. Served on crisp lettuce leaves in place of traditional bread, this sandwich is layered with fresh cucumber, ripe tomato, creamy avocado, and a tangy keto-friendly mayo-Dijon spread for an unbeatable combination of textures and tastes. Perfect for meal prep or a satisfying lunch, this keto roast pork sandwich proves you can enjoy comfort food while staying low-carb and gluten-free.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork shoulder
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 8 leaves Lettuce leaves
• 1 cup Cucumber slices
• 1 cup Tomato slices
• 1 large Avocado
• 1 cup Keto mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is evenly coated.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until it is browned, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 6

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the pork for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 7

Once cooked, let the pork rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing thinly.

Step 8

While the pork is resting, prepare the sandwich fixings: Wash the lettuce leaves, slice the cucumber and tomato, and thinly slice the avocado.

Step 9

In a small bowl, mix the keto mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar together until smooth.

Step 10

To assemble the keto sandwich: Place two lettuce leaves on a plate as the base.

Step 11

Layer on sliced pork, cucumber slices, tomato slices, and avocado slices evenly.

Step 12

Drizzle the mayonnaise mixture over the top.

Step 13

Top with two more lettuce leaves to complete the sandwich.

Step 14

Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Keto Classic Roast Pork Sandwich.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1721.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4205.0

Total Fat 344.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 879.1mg	0%
Sodium 9866.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.1g	0%
Total Sugars 7.2g
Protein 221.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 327.8mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 4857.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.2%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 3.3%