Low Point Slow Cooker Pineapple Pork is a flavorful and healthy dish perfect for those watching their calorie intake. This recipe combines tender pork slow-cooked with sweet pineapple and savory seasonings, creating a delicious balance of tangy and savory flavors. Easy to prepare and low in points, it’s an ideal meal for Weight Watchers or anyone seeking a nutritious, guilt-free dinner.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds pork shoulder or pork loin, trimmed and cut into chunks
  
  

• 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks in juice (no sugar added)
  
  

• 1 small onion, chopped
  
  

• 3 cloves garlic, minced
  
  

• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  
  

• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  
  

• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  
  

• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  
  

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  
  

• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  
  

Directions:

1. Place pork chunks, pineapple (with juice), chopped onion, and minced garlic into the slow cooker.
   
   

2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, ground ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
   
   

3. Pour the sauce over the pork and pineapple in the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.
   
   

4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until pork is tender and easily shredded.
   
   

5. Remove pork from the slow cooker and shred with two forks. Return shredded pork to the sauce and stir to coat.
   
   

6. Serve warm with steamed rice or vegetables.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving, approx., serves 6):

• Calories: 270 kcal
  
  

• Total Fat: 9 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 3 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 70 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 450 mg
  
  

• Total Carbohydrates: 18 g
  
  

• Dietary Fiber: 1 g
  
  

• Sugars: 12 g
  
  

• Protein: 30 g