Paleo Carne Asada Street Tacos

Savor the bold, zesty flavors of these Paleo Carne Asada Street Tacos, a grain-free twist on a classic Mexican favorite! Tender flank steak is marinated in a vibrant blend of lime and orange juices, fresh cilantro, garlic, and smoky spices like cumin and paprika, then grilled to perfection for a juicy, charred finish. Instead of traditional tortillas, crisp cabbage leaves provide a refreshing, low-carb alternative while keeping the tacos Paleo-friendly. Topped with creamy avocado, juicy diced tomatoes, and a pop of tangy red onion, each taco is a gluten-free, dairy-free flavor explosion. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal, these tacos are ready to serve in just 35 minutes and are guaranteed to impress. Don’t forget the fresh lime wedges for that extra citrusy kick!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Flank steak
• 2 whole Lime
• 1 whole Orange
• 4 whole Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 8 whole Large cabbage leaves
• 0.5 cup Sliced red onion
• 1 whole Diced avocado
• 1 whole Diced tomato
• 4 pieces Fresh lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the juice of 2 limes, juice of 1 orange, minced garlic cloves, and chopped cilantro.

Step 2

Add cumin, paprika, chili powder, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the marinade and mix well.

Step 3

Place the flank steak in a large resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is well coated. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight.

Step 4

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Remove the steak from the marinade, letting any excess marinade drip off. Grill the steak for about 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.

Step 6

Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then slice it against the grain into thin strips.

Step 7

To assemble the tacos, lay the cabbage leaves out on a serving platter.

Step 8

Place sliced steak onto each cabbage leaf, and top with sliced red onion, diced avocado, and diced tomato.

Step 9

Serve with fresh lime wedges for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1503.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1894.7

Total Fat 116.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 412.8mg	0%
Sodium 4170.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.6g	0%
Total Sugars 32.5g
Protein 145.2g	0%

Vitamin D 18.1IU	0%
Calcium 365.9mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 3724.9mg	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: 53.0%

Protein: 29.5%

Carbs: 17.6%