Low Carb Tortas de Carne

Satisfy your cravings while staying on track with these irresistibly flavorful Low Carb Tortas de Carne. This keto-friendly twist on a Latin American classic swaps out traditional buns for crisp Romaine lettuce wraps, turning every bite into a guilt-free delight. Juicy ground beef patties, infused with a bold blend of paprika, cumin, garlic, and onion powder, are cooked to perfection and layered with creamy avocado slices, fresh tomato, zesty red onion, and fragrant cilantro. A squeeze of lime adds a tangy burst of flavor, making these tortas as refreshing as they are hearty. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, this quick and easy recipe is ready in under 40 minutes, offering a delicious low-carb option the whole family will enjoy.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef
• 1 large Egg
• 3 tablespoons Almond flour
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Avocado oil (or olive oil)
• 8 large Romaine lettuce leaves
• 1 medium, sliced Avocado
• 1 medium, sliced Tomato
• 0.5 medium, thinly sliced Red onion
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Cilantro
• 1 medium, cut into wedges Lime

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly using your hands or a spatula until well combined.

Step 2

Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a round, flat patty about 1.5 cm thick.

Step 3

Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat and add the avocado oil.

Step 4

Once the oil is hot, place the beef patties onto the skillet or grill pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the patties are browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness.

Step 5

While the beef patties are cooking, prepare the lettuce wraps by washing and patting the Romaine lettuce leaves dry.

Step 6

To assemble the tortas, place one lettuce leaf on a plate as a base. Add one cooked beef patty on top, then layer with sliced avocado, tomato, and red onion.

Step 7

Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the assembled torta, and finish with a squeeze of lime juice for a burst of freshness.

Step 8

Use another lettuce leaf to cover the top, creating a 'sandwich' effect, or serve open-faced with a fork and knife.

Step 9

Repeat the assembly process for all remaining patties and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1108.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1941.7

Total Fat 156.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 551.4mg	0%
Sodium 2829.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 17.1g
Protein 102.7g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 253.9mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 2754.1mg	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: 69.6%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 10.1%