13 Healthy Pork Recipes You Can Just Throw in the Instant Pot, and Your Job Is Done

Updated on 12/1/2019 at 7:05 AM

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We don't know about you, but we're mildly obsessed with the Instant Pot. Not only can it make healthy meals fast, but it also usually does so with only minimal effort on your part, and really, is there anything better? That said, if you're running low on ideas, and you want to eat literally anything except chicken . . . again, you'll want to dig right into these healthy pork recipes. From classic pork chops to deconstructed egg rolls, these meals are packed with nutrients and flavor — just beware that scrolling through them has been known to cause extreme hunger.

Pork-Stuffed Cabbage

Wrap ground pork and riced cauliflower in white cabbage leaves, then pop the rolls into the Instant Pot along with a homemade tomato sauce. The result is delicious!

Get the recipe: pork-stuffed cabbage

Rosemary Pork Ragu With Cauliflower "Polenta"

The pork shoulder in this ragu is so tender, you'll want to go back for seconds — and thanks to the creamy cauliflower, you can feel pretty good doing exactly that.

Get the recipe: rosemary pork ragu with cauliflower "polenta"

Pulled Pork

This healthier pulled pork is ideal for meal prep. Make a batch on Sunday, then add it to dishes like a veggie-filled grain bowl or whole-wheat tacos throughout the week.

Get the recipe: pulled pork

Creole Chicken and Sausage

Try serving this protein-packed, New Orleans-inspired dish over brown rice or another whole grain for a flavorful, complete meal everyone will love.

Get the recipe: creole chicken and sausage

Black-Eyed Peas With Shredded Pork Roast

If you love the classic combination of pork and beans, you'll want to dig right into this version, made with black-eyed peas, onion, celery, and peppers. You don't even have to soak the beans first when you cook them in the Instant Pot.

Get the recipe: black-eyed peas with shredded pork roast

Bacon and Sausage Zuppa Toscana

The Instant Pot is clutch for making flavorful soups fast, and this hearty recipe is no exception — you'll have it on the table in 20 minutes.

Get the recipe: bacon and sausage zuppa toscana

Pork Chops

There's nothing boring about these pork chops, which are cooked with a homemade spice rub and topped with a whiskey-infused gravy. Serve them with a heaping plate of green vegetables.

Get the recipe: pork chops

Coconut Pork

Give shredded pork a fresh twist with coconut and a number of spices, including turmeric, ginger, and cardamom. To make this recipe healthier, swap out the white rice for a whole grain.

Get the recipe: coconut pork

Lentil Soup With Sausage and Kale

This filling soup, made with Italian sausage, lentils, onion, celery, kale, and garlic, is comfort food at its finest.

Get the recipe: lentil soup with sausage and kale

Pork Egg Roll Bowl

Who needs to order takeout when you can get the same delicious flavors from your Instant Pot in 15 minutes? That's right, just 15 minutes.

Get the recipe: pork egg roll bowl

Pork Carnitas

While tacos are always an option, you could also serve this keto- and Paleo-approved recipe over a heaping bowl of greens, along with your favorite toppings.

Get the recipe: pork carnitas

Sticky Chinese BBQ Pork Lettuce Wraps

Lettuce wraps can be surprisingly filling, especially when paired with tender, juicy pork rib loin, red cabbage, and chopped nuts. To keep the dish as healthy as possible, watch for added sugars when buying barbecue sauce.

Get the recipe: sticky Chinese BBQ pork lettuce wraps

Pork Posole

After you've seared the pork and sautéed it in onions and garlic, you'll simply add the rest of the ingredients for this Mexican soup to the Instant Pot, seal the lid, and let them cook for an hour. Before serving, add healthy toppings such as avocado, lime, and cabbage.

Get the recipe: pork posole