Pork Is the Star of These 12 Delicious Low-Carb Recipes (You Have to Try the Pizza!)

Updated on Oct 16, 2019 at 11:50 AM

Remember when everyone said to stay far, far away from pork? Turns out, the other white meat is actually quite healthy, especially when you use it to cook up these delicious low-carb recipes.

Most of these dishes use lean cuts of pork, like pork chops and tenderloins, which are similar in calories to chicken and have the protein and fats you need in a healthy, low-carb diet. And what they lack in carbs, they more than make up for in flavor. You'll find sheet-pan meals, stir-fries, and even pizza (glorious pizza!) in this list, all without the carbs you'd typically find in these tasty recipes. Keep reading to see for yourself!

Roasted Italian Sausage, Peppers, and Onions

You won't find an easier dish to prepare than this one-pan meal. To keep it low-carb, add fewer potatoes or nix them altogether.

Get the recipe: roasted Italian sausage, peppers, and onions

Instant Pot Pulled Pork

It takes just an hour in the Instant Pot to transform this dry-rubbed pork into a juicy, tender protein that can be served with slaw, eggs, or low-carb tortillas. Even the barbecue sauce is low-carb!

Get the recipe: Instant Pot pulled pork

Sausage- and Veggie-Stuffed Zucchini Boats

There may be nothing more brilliant than using zucchini as a low-carb vehicle for sausage and veggies. This version incorporates mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, and pork for a colorful meal that's bursting with flavor.

Get the recipe: sausage- and veggie-stuffed zucchini boats

Czech Meatballs

Most meatball recipes use breadcrumbs as a binder, but not this Paleo-friendly version. Made with a variety of herbs and spices, these pork meatballs can be used throughout the week on salads or veggie noodles.

Get the recipe: Czech meatballs

Chinese BBQ Pork Lettuce Wraps

Can we just take a moment to mentally devour the "sticky sauce" covering these tantalizing pork lettuce wraps? Check the recipe notes for low-carb sauce substitutions or make your own barbecue sauce for an equally tasty dish.

Get the recipe: Chinese BBQ pork lettuce wraps

Grilled Pork Tenderloin With Chimichurri

This versatile pork tenderloin can be grilled or cooked in the oven before topping it with an aromatic chimichurri sauce. After slicing, serve with roasted broccoli or a tangy slaw to round out your meal.

Get the recipe: grilled pork tenderloin with chimichurri

Garlic Herb Pork Fillet Skewers

These pan-grilled skewers are the perfect main course for any low-carb meal you can dream up. Serve alongside a big green salad or roasted veggies for a practically perfect plate.

Get the recipe: garlic herb pork fillet skewers

Pork Stir-Fry With Broccoli

This simple pork and broccoli dinner is enhanced by a savory garlic and soy sauce, sweetened with a sugar alternative so you get the flavor without the carbs.

Get the recipe: pork stir-fry with broccoli

BBQ Kalua Pork Hawaiian Pizza

We couldn't leave you without a low-carb pizza recipe. This kalua pork pizza is made with a grain-free cauliflower pizza crust, then topped with barbecue sauce, shredded cheddar, and tender pulled pork.

Get the recipe: BBQ kalua pork Hawaiian pizza

Pork Fried Cauliflower Rice

Who needs takeout when you can cook something this healthy and delicious at home? This recipe uses cauliflower rice in place of white rice, assorted veggies, and whatever pork you happen to have on hand (pulled, shredded, or cubed).

Get the recipe: pork fried cauliflower rice

Sweet Chili Keto Pork Chops

These dressed-up pork chops are much faster and easier to prepare than they would appear. You need just 15 minutes and a few flavorful ingredients to get this saucy, low-carb meal on your plate.

Get the recipe: sweet chili keto pork chops

Sweet and Sour Pork Sheet-Pan Meal

Is there anything better than a one-pan meal? This recipe combines pork chops, peppers, onions, and a low-carb sweet and sour sauce (although you'd never be able to tell) for an easy-to-prepare dish that you'll come back to again and again.

Get the recipe: sweet and sour pork sheet pan meal