Pork Tacos with Slaw and Spicy Pepitas

Gluten Free
Health score
30%
Pork Tacos with Slaw and Spicy Pepitas
45 min.
6
334kcal

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these delicious Pork Tacos with Slaw and Spicy Pepitas! This gluten-free recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish, but it also makes for a delightful meal any time of day—whether it’s lunch, dinner, or a midday snack.

Juicy and flavorful boneless pork loin chops are marinated in a zesty blend of spices, creating a mouthwatering base for your tacos. The grilling process brings out the natural richness of the pork while imparting a smoky charred flavor that pairs beautifully with the fresh, crisp slaw. A refreshing combination of red bell peppers, green onions, and jalapeño peppers adds a vibrant crunch, offering a nice contrast to the tender meat.

To elevate the experience, we top each taco with a dollop of light sour cream and a sprinkle of spicy pepitas that add both heat and texture. These delightful little tacos not only satisfy your hunger but also provide a perfect mix of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, making them a nutritious choice for any meal. Perfect for gatherings, weeknight dinners, or even a fun cooking adventure with friends, these Pork Tacos are sure to impress. Let’s dive into the full recipe and bring the fiesta to your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon chipotle chile pepper 
  • 16 ounce coleslaw ( 3 cups)
  • 12 6-inch corn tortillas white yellow ()
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • tablespoons green onions thinly sliced
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • tablespoon jalapeno minced
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh divided
  • tablespoons spicy pepitas 
  • pound center-cut loin pork chops boneless ( 1/)
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper red sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons cup heavy whipping cream light sour

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a small bowl. Lightly coat pork with cooking spray; rub spice mixture over both sides of pork. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
  2. Preheat grill.
  3. Place pork on a grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 1 minute on each side or until done.
  4. Cut pork into 1/4-inch slices.
  5. Combine pork and 2 tablespoons juice in a medium bowl, tossing to coat.
  6. Combine the remaining 2 tablespoons juice, bell pepper, onions, jalapeo, and coleslaw in a large bowl, tossing well.
  7. Heat a nonstick griddle over medium heat. Coat griddle with cooking spray. Arrange 6 tortillas in a single layer; cook 1 minute on each side or until lightly browned. Repeat procedure with cooking spray and remaining 6 tortillas. Divide pork mixture evenly among tortillas; top each tortilla with 2 tablespoons coleslaw mixture, 1 1/2 teaspoons sour cream, and 1 1/2 teaspoons Spicy Pepitas.

Nutrition Facts

Calories334kcal
Protein28%
Fat34.47%
Carbs37.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.42
Glycemic Load
11.45
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
25.384347615035%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.22mg
Hesperetin
0.9mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Apigenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Quercetin
0.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:333.56kcal
16.68%
Fat:13.19g
20.28%
Saturated Fat:3.8g
23.78%
Carbohydrates:32.3g
10.77%
Net Carbohydrates:25.77g
9.37%
Sugar:4.09g
4.55%
Cholesterol:54.85mg
18.28%
Sodium:285.4mg
12.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.09g
48.19%
Vitamin K:64.16µg
61.11%
Vitamin C:50.26mg
60.92%
Phosphorus:495.6mg
49.56%
Vitamin B1:0.65mg
43.12%
Selenium:29.93µg
42.76%
Vitamin B6:0.84mg
41.89%
Manganese:0.81mg
40.62%
Vitamin B3:7.74mg
38.7%
Magnesium:131.84mg
32.96%
Fiber:6.52g
26.09%
Zinc:2.92mg
19.47%
Potassium:680.98mg
19.46%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.93%
Iron:2.67mg
14.85%
Copper:0.29mg
14.53%
Vitamin A:663.79IU
13.28%
Folate:51.17µg
12.79%
Calcium:108.45mg
10.85%
Vitamin B5:0.91mg
9.1%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.52%
Vitamin E:1.07mg
7.15%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.18%
Source:My Recipes