Pulled Pork & Avocado Lettuce Wraps
A low-carb, high-protein lunch featuring savory pulled pork and creamy avocado in crisp lettuce cups. Topped with a zesty lime slaw for a satisfying crunch.
The perimenopause lens
A cautious perimenopause lens
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthAppetite changes
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Low energy
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Digestive comfort
Let tolerance guide the portion
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Fatigue
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Notice energy alongside sleep, meals and symptoms across several days. Ongoing fatigue deserves a clinical conversation.
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Before you start
Your 15-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Leftover plain roasted pork shoulder or loin works perfectly here. Just shred it with two forks before warming.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep medium avocado (sliced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
From Your Pantry
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Next: In a small bowl
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In a small bowl
In a small bowl, toss the shredded cabbage slaw mix with the olive oil, a squeeze of juice from one of the lime wedges, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside so the cabbage can soften slightly.
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Place a small skillet over medium heat
Place a small skillet over medium heat. Add the pre-cooked pulled pork and warm for 3 to 4 minutes until heated through. If you like a little extra flavor, stir in the smoked paprika or cumin while warming.
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Wash and gently pat the butter lettuce…
Wash and gently pat the butter lettuce leaves dry. Arrange them on a plate.
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Divide the warm pulled pork evenly among…
Divide the warm pulled pork evenly among the lettuce cups.
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Top each wrap with the lime cabbage…
Top each wrap with the lime cabbage slaw and slices of avocado. Serve immediately with the remaining lime wedges on the side.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Leftover plain roasted pork shoulder or…
Leftover plain roasted pork shoulder or loin works perfectly here. Just shred it with two forks before warming.
If butter lettuce is too fragile
If butter lettuce is too fragile, swap it for romaine hearts, which provide a sturdier base and a satisfying crunch.
To save time on busy weekdays
To save time on busy weekdays, toss the slaw and portion out your pork in containers ahead of time. Keep the avocado whole until you are ready to eat.
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