Ultimate Football Charcuterie Pulled Pork Bowl
A flavorful and easy-to-assemble pulled pork bowl combining smoky pulled pork, sharp cheddar, tangy pickles, and fresh veggies, perfect for game day snacks or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-7 minutes (if using pre-cooked pork); 60-90 minutes (Instant Pot) or 6-8 hours (slow cooker) if cooking pork from scratch
- Total Time: 15-20 minutes (using pre-cooked pork)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups pulled pork, shredded (preferably slow-cooked pork shoulder)
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (smoky, slightly sweet)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni or salami (optional)
- 1/3 cup dill pickles, sliced thin
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced (optional)
- 1 cup mixed greens or arugula
- 1/3 cup ranch dressing
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Optional garnishes: chopped fresh parsley or cilantro, crushed red pepper flakes, toasted baguette slices or crackers
Instructions
- If using store-bought or leftover pulled pork, warm it gently in a skillet over medium heat with the barbecue sauce, stirring frequently for about 5-7 minutes until heated through and coated evenly. If making from scratch, cook pork shoulder low and slow until fall-apart tender (about 6-8 hours in a slow cooker or 60-90 minutes in an Instant Pot).
- In a small bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, honey, and smoked paprika until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Set aside.
- Slice pickles thin, halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice red onion and olives. Tear or chop greens into bite-sized pieces. Arrange pepperoni or salami slices if using.
- In a large serving bowl, layer the mixed greens as the base. Add pulled pork evenly on top. Scatter shredded cheddar, sliced pickles, tomatoes, onions, olives, and pepperoni over the pork.
- Drizzle the dressing over everything or serve on the side for guests to add their own.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro and crushed red pepper flakes. Serve immediately with toasted baguette slices or crackers on the side.
Notes
Do not overheat pulled pork to avoid drying it out; warm gently and stir frequently. Prep veggies and dressing a day ahead for convenience but assemble just before serving to avoid soggy greens. Use pre-shredded cheese and pre-made pulled pork to save time. Adjust honey in dressing to balance tanginess. Pickles add essential tang and crunch; do not skip.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Protein: 30
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