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Pulled pork tacos topped with grilled pineapple salsa, red onion, cheddar cheese, and cilantro.

Pulled Pork Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Salsa

Colleen Shibley
Savory pulled pork tacos topped with a fresh grilled pineapple salsa, red onion, and shredded cheddar for the perfect combination of sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican-Inspired
Servings 12
Calories 179 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 16 oz package prepared pulled pork
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 4 fresh pineapple slices about 1/4-inch thick
  • 1 small poblano pepper halved and seeded
  • ½ red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, about 400–450°F, and lightly oil the grill grates.
  • Place the pineapple slices and poblano pepper on the grill. Grill for 4–5 minutes per side, or until lightly charred and tender.
  • Remove the pineapple and poblano from the grill and allow them to cool for about 5 minutes.
  • While the pineapple and poblano cool, heat the pulled pork according to the package directions.
  • Dice the grilled pineapple and poblano and place them in a medium bowl.
  • Add the jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and olive oil. Toss to combine and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Warm the corn tortillas until soft and pliable.
  • Divide the heated pulled pork among the tortillas. Top with grilled pineapple salsa, sliced red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 179 kcal | Carbohydrates: 26 g | Protein: 8 g | Fat: 5 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2 g | Cholesterol: 12 mg | Sodium: 286 mg | Potassium: 162 mg | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 13 g | Vitamin A: 91 IU | Vitamin C: 11 mg | Calcium: 96 mg | Iron: 1 mg

Nutrition information has been calculated using an autogenerating online calculation and is intended for informational purposes. For accurate nutritional information, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used.

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