Whole30 Spicy Pork Tacos

Elevate your taco night with these flavor-packed Whole30 Spicy Pork Tacos—a perfect blend of bold spices and wholesome ingredients! Juicy ground pork is sautéed with aromatic onion, garlic, and a savory mix of smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin, then infused with coconut aminos and fresh lime juice for a tangy, umami kick. Served in crisp Butter or Bibb lettuce leaves, these tacos are topped with creamy avocado slices, crunchy radishes, fresh cilantro, and an optional drizzle of Whole30-compliant hot sauce for an added fiery touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, these gluten-free, dairy-free tacos are a quick, healthy meal option that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Whether you're following a Whole30 lifestyle or simply craving a light yet satisfying dish, these lettuce-wrapped tacos are your ticket to guilt-free indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground pork
• 2 tbsp Avocado oil
• 1 small Onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp Sea salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Coconut aminos
• 1 tbsp Fresh lime juice
• 8 whole Butter or Bibb lettuce leaves
• 1 medium Avocado, sliced
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 small Radishes, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp Hot sauce (optional, Whole30-compliant)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground pork to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, for 5-7 minutes, or until fully browned and cooked through.

Step 5

Season the pork with smoked paprika, chili powder, ground cumin, crushed red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly coat the meat with the spices.

Step 6

Stir in the coconut aminos and lime juice and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and set the spicy pork mixture aside.

Step 8

To assemble the tacos, lay out the lettuce leaves on a flat surface. Spoon some of the spicy pork mixture into each leaf.

Step 9

Top each taco with sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, thinly sliced radishes, and a drizzle of hot sauce if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Spicy Pork Tacos!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(915.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2751.7

Total Fat 236.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 656.2mg	0%
Sodium 3269.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 10.8g
Protein 123.1g	0%

Vitamin D 72IU	0%
Calcium 240.2mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 1088.1mg	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: 77.0%

Protein: 17.8%

Carbs: 5.2%