Gluten-Free Beef Soft Shell Taco

Satisfy your taco cravings with this Gluten-Free Beef Soft Shell Taco recipe that’s bursting with bold flavors and vibrant toppings! Juicy seasoned ground beef, infused with cumin, chili powder, and paprika, is cooked to perfection and layered into warm, gluten-free soft taco shells. This quick and easy recipe is topped with fresh avocado slices, crisp lettuce, shredded cheddar (optional), and a sprinkle of cilantro for a perfect balance of textures. Serve with a wedge of lime and a dollop of sour cream for a zesty, creamy finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun taco night with friends—completely gluten-free and utterly satisfying!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, chopped
• 2 large Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 150 milliliters Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 8 pieces Gluten-free soft taco shells
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 large Avocado, sliced
• 1 whole Lime, cut into wedges
• 1 cup Shredded lettuce
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded (optional, ensure gluten-free)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, ensure gluten-free)

Directions

Step 1

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until it is browned and cooked through, approximately 7-10 minutes.

Step 4

4. Drain excess fat from the skillet if necessary.

Step 5

5. Reduce heat to medium and stir in cumin powder, chili powder, ground paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

6. Add tomato paste and water to the beef mixture, stirring well to combine. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 7

7. While the beef mixture is simmering, warm the gluten-free taco shells according to package instructions.

Step 8

8. Assemble the tacos by spooning the beef mixture into each shell, and then topping with shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, avocado slices, and a sprinkle of cilantro.

Step 9

9. Serve the tacos with a wedge of lime and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1921.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3493.5

Total Fat 220.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 534.0mg	0%
Sodium 5231.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 257.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.6g	0%
Total Sugars 24.4g
Protein 143.8g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1330.3mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 3827.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.3%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 28.7%