Pork Carnitas Cauliflower-Rice Bowl

Lunch · Easy · 25 min (10 prep + 15 cook) · Makes 1 serving (~70 g protein). Use the planner's servings stepper to batch-cook.
High-proteinLow-carbGluten-free
Pork Carnitas Cauliflower-Rice Bowl — high-protein lunch recipe

Pork Carnitas Cauliflower-Rice Bowl delivers 70 g of protein for just 12 g net carbs — minimal fuss, maximum protein. That's enough high-quality protein in one sitting to clear the leucine threshold for muscle repair.

70 gProtein
12 gNet carbs
28 gFat
5 gFiber
580Calories

Ingredients

  • 230 g Cooked pulled pork (lean)
  • 150 g Cauliflower rice
  • 30 g Cheddar cheese
  • 50 g Avocado
  • 40 g Salsa & lime
  • Cumin, oregano & chili, to taste

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Method

  1. Crisp the pulled pork in a hot pan with the spices until the edges char.
  2. Warm the cauliflower rice and build a bowl.
  3. Top with pork, cheese, avocado, salsa and a squeeze of lime.

Storage & make-ahead

Best assembled fresh. Prep the components up to 2 days ahead, keep chilled, and combine just before eating.

Tip

Use leftover slow-cooked pork shoulder trimmed of fat, or a lean shop-bought pulled pork.

Dietary swaps

Dairy-free: Cheddar cheese → dairy-free cheese (for lactose intolerance or a dairy-free diet)

Full nutrition (estimated, per serving): 580 kcal · 70 g protein · 12 g net carbs · 28 g fat (16 g sat) · 5 g fiber · 5 g sugar · 540 mg sodium. Allergens: Milk. Macros are realistic estimates from standard food-composition values; brands and portions vary.

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