Whole30 Pulled Pork Burger

Sink your teeth into this mouthwatering Whole30 Pulled Pork Burger, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite that’s perfect for your clean-eating journey. Slow-cooked to tender perfection, the seasoned pork shoulder is infused with bold flavors from smoked paprika, garlic, and a hint of cayenne. Paired with a crisp and zesty red cabbage slaw featuring lime juice and cilantro, this keto-friendly, gluten-free burger swaps traditional buns for fresh lettuce leaves, keeping it light yet satisfying. Whether you're meal prepping or serving up an effortless dinner, this recipe is a flavorful, crowd-pleasing option for staying on track with Whole30 goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 pounds pork shoulder (bone-in)
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large white onion, sliced
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup chicken broth, compliant
• 2 cups red cabbage, shredded
• 1 cup carrots, julienned
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
• 8 pieces lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

1. In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

2. Rub the spice mix all over the pork shoulder, thoroughly coating all sides.

Step 3

3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 4

4. Transfer the pork to a slow cooker. Add the sliced onion, apple cider vinegar, and chicken broth to the slow cooker.

Step 5

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

Step 6

6. While the pork is cooking, prepare the cabbage slaw. In a large bowl, combine the shredded red cabbage, julienned carrots, lime juice, chopped cilantro, avocado oil, and kosher salt. Toss to mix thoroughly and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Step 7

7. Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker to absorb the juices.

Step 8

8. To assemble the burgers, place a generous portion of pulled pork onto each lettuce leaf, top with cabbage slaw, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2538.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4220.0

Total Fat 330.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 103.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 952.5mg	0%
Sodium 4539.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 256.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 442.2mg	0%
Iron 23.5mg	0%
Potassium 5689.1mg	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: 69.5%

Protein: 24.0%

Carbs: 6.5%