Whole30 Carnitas Tacos

Elevate your taco night with these irresistible Whole30 Carnitas Tacos—a wholesome and flavorful twist on a classic favorite! This recipe features tender, slow-cooked pork shoulder infused with zesty orange and lime, fragrant garlic, and warming spices like cumin and oregano. After a quick broil to deliver perfectly crispy edges, the juicy carnitas are served in crisp lettuce leaves, making them grain-free and Whole30-compliant. Topped with vibrant red onion, creamy avocado, and fresh cilantro, these tacos are bursting with texture and bold flavors that’ll satisfy any craving. With just 20 minutes of prep and the magic of a slow cooker, this recipe is ideal for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing gathering. Healthy, easy, and delicious—these tacos are sure to be a favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork shoulder
• 1 medium Onion
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Orange
• 1 medium Lime
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 8 large Lettuce leaves
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 large Avocado

Directions

Step 1

Begin by cutting the pork shoulder into large chunks and place them into a slow cooker.

Step 2

Peel and quarter the onion, then add it to the slow cooker.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves and add them in.

Step 4

Cut the orange and lime in half, squeeze the juice over the pork, and add the halves to the cooker.

Step 5

Sprinkle the cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper over the pork.

Step 6

Pour the chicken broth over the mixture.

Step 7

Set the slow cooker to low and cook for approximately 6 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the orange and lime peels and discard.

Step 9

Shred the pork using two forks and transfer it to a baking sheet.

Step 10

Preheat your oven broiler to high.

Step 11

Place the shredded pork under the broiler for 5-7 minutes or until crispy edges form, watching closely to prevent burning.

Step 12

While the pork is crisping, prepare the toppings by slicing the red onion thinly, chopping the cilantro, and dicing the avocado.

Step 13

To assemble the tacos, spoon a generous portion of the crispy pork onto each lettuce leaf.

Step 14

Top with red onion, cilantro, and avocado pieces.

Step 15

Serve immediately and enjoy these flavorful Whole30 Carnitas Tacos.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1868.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2488.7

Total Fat 138.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 800.5mg	0%
Sodium 3616.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g	0%
Total Sugars 25.4g
Protein 228.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 492.3mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 5346.0mg	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: 50.9%

Protein: 37.4%

Carbs: 11.7%