Crockpot Barbecue Ribs (High-Protein)

Crockpot Barbecue Ribs (High-Protein)

Tender, fall-apart ribs finished with a sticky BBQ glaze—easy slow-cooker method with a protein-forward profile.

Ingredients (Serves 4–5)

• 1.8–2.2 kg (4–5 lb) pork baby back ribs

• 2 tsp salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tbsp paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

BBQ Sauce (higher-protein twist)

• 1 cup no-sugar BBQ sauce

• ½ cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt

• 1 tbsp mustard

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions

1. Prep ribs
   Remove the membrane from the back. Cut racks into sections to fit the crockpot.

2. Season
   Mix salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder. Rub all over ribs.

3. Sauce mix
   Whisk BBQ sauce, Greek yogurt, mustard, and vinegar.

4. Slow cook
   Arrange ribs upright in the crockpot. Pour half the sauce over.
   Cook Low 7–8 hours or High 4–5 hours until very tender.

5. Glaze & finish
   Carefully remove ribs to a tray. Brush with remaining sauce and broil 4–6 minutes until caramelized.

6. Rest 5 minutes, slice, serve.

Nutrition (Per Serving, ~350 g cooked ribs)

• Calories: ~560 kcal

• Protein: ~52 g

• Carbs: ~12 g

• Fat: ~34 g

High-Protein Tips

• Baby back ribs are leaner than spare ribs.

• The Greek yogurt enriches the sauce while adding protein and creaminess.

• Serve with a high-protein side (cottage cheese slaw, yogurt coleslaw, or beans) to push protein even higher.