Low Carb Ground Beef with Taco Seasoning

Packed with bold flavors and a hearty texture, this Low Carb Ground Beef with Taco Seasoning is a quick and satisfying skillet recipe perfect for busy weeknights. Made with seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, garlic, and red bell peppers, this dish is simmered with canned tomatoes and green chilies for a spicy kick, then topped with melty cheddar cheese for the ultimate comfort food experience. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a versatile and keto-friendly option—serve it as a main dish, spoon it into crisp lettuce wraps, or top it with sour cream, avocado, and fresh cilantro for extra flair. Whether you're looking for a low-carb taco filling or a simple skillet meal, this recipe delivers big flavor without the carbs!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium-sized onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 1 can (10 oz) canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0 sour cream (optional for serving)
• 0 sliced avocado (optional for serving)
• 0 chopped fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the diced red bell pepper and taco seasoning, cooking for another 2 minutes until the pepper begins to soften.

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to combine. Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture. Cover the skillet and allow the cheese to melt for about 2 minutes.

Step 8

Serve hot. Optionally, top with sour cream, sliced avocado, and fresh cilantro if desired for added flavor.

Step 9

Enjoy this delicious low-carb taco-flavored ground beef as a main dish or as a filling for lettuce wraps!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1234.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1907.2

Total Fat 143.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 437.1mg	0%
Sodium 5590.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.2g	0%
Total Sugars 18.6g
Protein 112.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 979.6mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 2318.8mg	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: 66.6%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 10.3%