Low Fat Pulled Pork Barbecue Sandwich

Indulge in the smoky, tangy flavors of a comfort-food classic with this Low Fat Pulled Pork Barbecue Sandwich recipe—perfect for health-conscious barbecue lovers! Made with lean pork tenderloin and slow-cooked to perfection in an aromatic blend of apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and a touch of honey, this dish delivers bold, mouthwatering flavor without the extra calories. The tender, shredded pork is served on wholesome whole wheat buns, and for an optional crunch, you can top it with a creamy, yogurt-based coleslaw. Ideal for meal prep or an easy weeknight dinner, this crowd-pleaser pairs barbecue goodness with a guilt-free twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork tenderloin
• 1 cup Low sodium chicken broth
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Tomato paste
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 8 buns Whole wheat hamburger buns
• 2 cups Coleslaw mix (optional)
• 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt (optional, for coleslaw)
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (optional, for coleslaw)

Directions

Step 1

Trim any visible fat from the pork tenderloin to keep the dish low in fat.

Step 2

In a slow cooker, combine the chopped onion and minced garlic at the bottom.

Step 3

Add the pork tenderloin to the slow cooker on top of the onion and garlic.

Step 4

In a bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, black pepper, salt, tomato paste, and honey.

Step 5

Pour the sauce mixture over the pork in the slow cooker.

Step 6

Cover and cook on low for approximately 6-7 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.

Step 8

Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it thoroughly with the sauce remaining in the pot.

Step 9

For the optional coleslaw, in a separate bowl, mix the coleslaw mix with Greek yogurt and lemon juice. Set aside.

Step 10

To serve, spoon a generous amount of pulled pork onto each whole wheat bun and top with coleslaw if desired.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful low-fat barbecue delight.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2784.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3147.7

Total Fat 49.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 622.9mg	0%
Sodium 7111.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 357.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 54.0g	0%
Total Sugars 121.6g
Protein 309.1g	0%

Vitamin D 72.6IU	0%
Calcium 1310.6mg	0%
Iron 36.4mg	0%
Potassium 8038.6mg	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: 14.3%

Protein: 39.7%

Carbs: 46.0%