Low Carb Classic Ground Beef and Cheese Tacos

Satisfy your taco cravings while staying guilt-free with these Low Carb Classic Ground Beef and Cheese Tacos, a flavorful twist on a beloved favorite. Perfectly seasoned ground beef, simmered with aromatic spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, is nestled into crisp iceberg lettuce leaves for a lighter, gluten-free alternative to traditional tortillas. Topped with shredded cheddar cheese, creamy avocado slices, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a dollop of tangy sour cream, these tacos are as flavorful as they are wholesome. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy keto-friendly recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a burst of color and flavor, and watch these crowd-pleasing tacos disappear in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 0.25 cup Beef broth
• 8 large leaves Iceberg lettuce leaves
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 medium Avocado
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 2

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until the beef is browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spatula or wooden spoon, about 5-6 minutes.

Step 3

Drain excess fat if necessary. Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the beef evenly with the spices.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste and beef broth to the skillet. Stir until the tomato paste is evenly distributed, and let the mixture simmer for another 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 5

While the beef mixture simmers, prepare the toppings: halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the avocado, and chop fresh cilantro.

Step 6

To assemble each taco, take a large leaf of iceberg lettuce and spoon a portion of the ground beef mixture onto the center.

Step 7

Top with shredded cheddar cheese, sliced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, a dollop of sour cream, and chopped cilantro.

Step 8

Repeat the process for the remaining lettuce leaves and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1285.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2214.0

Total Fat 177.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 479.6mg	0%
Sodium 2700.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.6g	0%
Total Sugars 23.1g
Protein 118.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1132.3mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 2926.3mg	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: 69.1%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 10.4%