Herb-Crusted Turkey 'Pulled' with Apple Cider

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A lean, savory alternative to pulled pork featuring ground turkey infused with apple cider and fresh herbs, slow-cooked to a tender, pull-apart texture. This American-inspired slow-cooker recipe (whole30), ready in about 260 minutes, pairs ground turkey, apple cider vinegar, coconut aminos for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 240 min Serves 6 American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine the 2.2 pounds ground turkey, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons coconut aminos, 1/4 cup chopped parsley, 2 teaspoons chopped thyme, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon sea salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix thoroughly with your hands until evenly distributed.
  2. Step 2: Press the mixture into the bottom of a slow cooker, spreading it into an even layer.
  3. Step 3: Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours until the turkey is cooked through and holds together when pressed.
  4. Step 4: Remove the lid, then use two forks to shred the turkey into a 'pulled' texture, mixing in any accumulated juices.

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