Whole30 Pork Rib Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty and nourishing Whole30 Pork Rib Soup, a one-pot wonder packed with tender, fall-off-the-bone pork and an abundance of fresh, wholesome vegetables. This paleo-friendly soup starts by searing pork ribs to lock in flavor before simmering them to perfection in a savory base of low-sodium chicken broth, aromatic herbs, and earthy vegetables like sweet potato, zucchini, and carrots. Perfect for meal prep or a comforting family dinner, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is bursting with rich, well-balanced flavors while staying Whole30 compliant. Serve it piping hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, to warm up even the chilliest of evenings.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds pork ribs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, sliced
• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced
• 8 cups chicken broth, low-sodium and Whole30 compliant
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the pork ribs and sear on all sides until browned, about 8 minutes. Remove the ribs and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the sliced carrots, celery, sweet potato, and zucchini to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth and return the browned pork ribs to the pot.

Step 7

Add the bay leaves, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 75 minutes until the pork is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Step 9

Remove the pork ribs and let them cool slightly. Strip the meat from the bones, discard the bones, and shred the meat. Return the shredded pork to the pot.

Step 10

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Stir in the chopped parsley right before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your Whole30 Pork Rib Soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3382.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2693.5

Total Fat 193.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 639.6mg	0%
Sodium 4344.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 23.9g
Protein 157.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 580.9mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 4375.8mg	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: 64.7%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 11.9%