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Flavorful Ranch Taco Party Bowl with Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork

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A delicious and easy slow-cooker pulled pork taco bowl featuring zesty ranch flavors, fresh veggies, and creamy avocado, perfect for family dinners and parties.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds pork shoulder (boneless, trimmed of excess fat)
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (e.g., Hidden Valley)
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen, thawed)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Optional: sliced jalapeños
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
  • Juice of half a lime

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder. Rub the pork all over with ranch seasoning mix, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place the seasoned pork in the slow cooker. Pour chicken broth around the pork (not over it). Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until pork is fork-tender.
  3. Remove pork from slow cooker and shred using two forks. Return shredded pork to slow cooker to soak up juices.
  4. In a small bowl, mix sour cream or Greek yogurt, ranch seasoning mix, and lime juice until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  5. In a large serving bowl, layer shredded lettuce as the base. Evenly distribute black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado, shredded cheese, and jalapeños if using. Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top.
  6. Spoon warm pulled pork over the salad. Drizzle with ranch dressing and toss lightly just before serving.

Notes

If pork seems dry, stir in reserved cooking liquid or extra broth. Let pork rest a few minutes before shredding for easier handling. Use almond flour as a gluten-free thickener if desired. Substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt for dairy-free option. For low-carb, swap beans and corn for leafy greens or cauliflower rice. Pork can be cooked in a Dutch oven at 300°F for 3-4 hours if no slow cooker is available.

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