Pulled Pork and Black Bean Bowl
A quick, satisfying dinner featuring savory leftover pulled pork over warm black beans, shredded cabbage, and creamy avocado.
Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Talia + Lila
Talia created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Store leftover pulled pork in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Instructions
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Next: Warm the leftover pulled pork and canned…
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Warm the leftover pulled pork and canned…
In a medium microwave-safe bowl or small skillet over medium heat, warm the leftover pulled pork and canned black beans together for 3 to 4 minutes until steaming.
Look for: steaming
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Create a base with the shredded red…
In a separate serving bowl, create a base with the shredded red cabbage and baby spinach.
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Spoon the warmed pulled pork and black…
Spoon the warmed pulled pork and black bean mixture directly over the greens so they slightly wilt.
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Top with sliced avocado and salsa
Top with sliced avocado and salsa.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Drizzle fresh lime juice over top before…
Drizzle fresh lime juice over top before serving.
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