Hi there, this is Stefanie with Simple Acres . I’m excited to share my Weight Watchers BBQ Pulled Pork Recipe with you because it is easy to make and tastes great. You can make tons of great recipes in the Instant Pot!.
A delicious recipe simple to make with minimal ingredients! There are only 5 WW points in each serving!
Pulled pork is a delicious barbecue staple that’s loved for its super tender and flavorful shredded meat. But if you’re following the Weight Watchers program, you may be wondering exactly how many points pulled pork is worth
In this comprehensive guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about calculating Weight Watchers points for pulled pork. We’ll look at how factors like portion size, cooking method, and additions impact the points value You’ll also get tips for enjoying pulled pork while staying on track with your WW goals
Understanding Weight Watchers Points
First, let’s quickly review how the Weight Watchers points system works.
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Every food and drink is assigned a SmartPoints value based on its calories, fat, carbs, protein and fiber.
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You get a personalized daily SmartPoints budget to spend however you want. The average is around 30 points per day.
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Fruits, veggies and lean proteins are lower in points. High fat and sugary foods are higher.
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Tracking points encourages mindfulness about what you eat.
Now let’s see how delicious pulled pork fits into the plan.
How Many Points Per Serving of Pulled Pork?
The number of points for pulled pork depends on a few key factors:
Portion Size
- A 3 oz serving of pulled pork is around 4 points
- 4 oz jumps to 6 points
- A sandwich with 5-6 oz pork will be 7-9 points
So the points climb quickly with larger portions. Watch your serving sizes.
Cooking Method
- Pulled pork that’s oven roasted or smoked tends to be 4-5 points for 3 oz.
- Pork cooked in lots of oil or lard can be 6 points or more.
- Frying and breading also drives up the points.
Stick to dry rubs and lean cooking methods when possible.
Additions and Condiments
- Plain pulled pork is lowest in points
- BBQ sauce adds about 1 point per tablespoon
- Buns range from 2 points for light wheat to 4 for brioche.
- Toppings like cheese and bacon can add 2+ points each.
Use lighter sauces and low-point accompaniments to keep the total down.
Calculating Points for Any Pulled Pork Recipe
To get exact points, you’ll need to look at the complete nutrition facts for your recipe. But here’s a simple formula you can use to get a rough estimate:
- Take the total raw weight of pork used
- Multiply by 50% since it loses weight when cooked
- Divide by serving size (e.g. 4 oz) to get servings
- Multiply servings by 4 points each for a basic value
- Adjust up or down based on cooking method, sauce, etc.
Let’s walk through an example:
- 3 lbs raw pork shoulder
- After cooking, around 1.5 lbs remain
- Divided into 4 oz servings = 6 servings
- 6 x 4 points per serving = 24 points
- Add 2 points for barbecue sauce = 26 points total
So this 3 lb batch makes about 6 servings at 4-5 points each. You can estimate like this for any recipe!
Tips for Enjoying Pulled Pork on Weight Watchers
Here are some tips to help you indulge in pulled pork while staying on track with WW:
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Choose leaner cuts like loin or tenderloin. Less fat = fewer points.
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Portion into meal prep containers for easy tracking. Freeze extras.
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Skip the bun and serve over veggie noodles or cauli rice instead.
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Pile it on top of salads or stuff into bell peppers for a lighter meal.
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Make pulled pork the star and limit other high-point ingredients.
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Focus your remaining daily points on fruits, veggies and zero point foods.
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Double check sauce labels – some are deceptively high in points.
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Plan ahead to fit it into your daily points budget for a guilt-free feast.
Delicious Low Point Pulled Pork Recipes for WW
To inspire your cooking, here are some tasty pulled pork recipes that work for Weight Watchers:
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Skinny Smoked Pulled Pork – 4 Freestyle Points
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Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps – 5 SmartPoints
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Pulled Pork Stuffed Peppers – 6 SmartPoints
With the right recipes and strategies, you can still enjoy mouthwatering pulled pork while meeting your Weight Watchers goals. Just watch your portions, choose healthy cooking methods, and balance it out with zero point foods.
Now get to pullin’!
WW Points for Other Pork Cuts
To wrap up, here are the points for some other popular pork dishes:
- Pork tenderloin (3 oz) – 2 points
- Pork chop (3 oz) – 3 points
- Ham (3 oz) – 2 points
- Bacon (1 slice) – 1 point
- Baby back ribs (4 oz) – 5 points
- Italian sausage (1 oz) – 4 points
Compare different pork options and make smart choices when planning your meals. With this guide, you’ll be a pro at fitting delicious pulled pork into your Weight Watchers plan!
Which WW Program are these points for?
WW has definitely changed from 2020 to now. They went from three to one plan to multiple plans and back to one plan again. So in 2023, we have just plain old “POINTS. ”.
- Make sure you figure out how many points the foods and recipes you eat in the app.
- The nutrition facts in the recipe are only helpful if you add the ingredients and serve sizes yourself.
- How accurate it is will depend on the data you enter into the app.
My Weight Watchers BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches are great because they can be made in a crock pot! I like to put the pork tenderloin and BBQ sauce in the crock pot on low in the morning and then turn it up to warm in the middle of the afternoon. This is such a simple way to have dinner ready on a busy day!.
Crock-Pot 7-Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700SS)
Instant Pot Ultra 6 Qt 10-in-1 Multi- Use Programmable Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Rice Cooker, Yogurt Maker, Cake Maker, Egg Cooker, Sauté, Steamer, Warmer, and Sterilizer
Hamilton Beach 33473 Programmable Slow Cooker, 7-Quart, Silver
The ingredients for this recipe are so simple that you may already have most of them at home! Weight Watchers BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich Ingredients
- 1 pound of uncooked lean pork tenderloin sliced
- 1/2 cup Sugar Free BBQ sauce of choice
- 2 cups packaged coleslaw mix
- 2 Tbsp light mayo
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp stevia
- 4 whole wheat bread thins
Crockpot Directions:
- The pork tenderloin should be cut up and put in the crock pot on low for about 4 hours. Then leave it on warm until you’re ready to eat. The internal temp needed for pork is 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
- When you start cooking the meat in the crock pot, add BBQ sauce.
- In a bowl, mix the slaw with the apple cider vinegar, mayo, and stevia. Set aside.
- To serve, just use a fork to shred the meat in the crockpot after it’s done cooking.
- On your whole wheat bread thins, put 3 ounces of BBQ pulled pork and 1/3 cup of slaw mix. Prepare to eat!
Instant Pot Directions:
- Brown all sides of the pork tenderloin.
- Take the meat out of the pot and add BBQ sauce and one cup of water to the inside.
- Add meat back into the inner pot.
- Replace lid, set and seal your Instant Pot.
- For 1 pound of meat, cook for 15 minutes and let the pressure run out naturally.
- Remove lid and shred meat. The sauce from cooking can be kept or thrown away. Strain if you like and use for topping your sandwich.
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