Whole30 BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich

Satisfy your BBQ cravings the healthy way with this Whole30 BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich! This recipe transforms tender, slow-cooked pork shoulder into a smoky, flavorful masterpiece thanks to a blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and an irresistibly tangy homemade Whole30-approved BBQ sauce made with coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and date paste. Instead of traditional buns, crisp lettuce leaves serve as the perfect low-carb vessel, keeping it gluten-free, paleo, and Whole30-compliant. Topped with zesty pickled red onions and fresh cilantro, these sandwiches are bold in flavor yet light and wholesome. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, this recipe is ideal for meal-prepping or a casual yet nourishing dinner. Perfect for those following a clean-eating lifestyle, these pulled pork sandwiches are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 pounds boneless pork shoulder (pork butt)
• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 2 teaspoons sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup coconut aminos
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 0.25 cup date paste
• 2 teaspoons mustard powder
• 8 large leaves lettuce leaves (such as romaine or butter lettuce)
• 1 cup pickled red onions
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Rub the spice mixture evenly over the pork shoulder until well covered.

Step 3

Place the seasoned pork shoulder in a slow cooker.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, date paste, and mustard powder to make the BBQ sauce.

Step 5

Pour the BBQ sauce over the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.

Step 6

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker, mixing it with the BBQ sauce until well combined.

Step 9

Wash and pat dry the lettuce leaves to use as sandwich wraps.

Step 10

To assemble the sandwiches, place a few spoonfuls of pulled pork onto each lettuce leaf.

Step 11

Top with pickled red onions and fresh cilantro.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2228.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4069.1

Total Fat 277.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1020.6mg	0%
Sodium 9742.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 142.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.2g	0%
Total Sugars 93.7g
Protein 247.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 476.8mg	0%
Iron 28.4mg	0%
Potassium 7112.5mg	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: 61.5%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 14.1%