Paleo Chipotle Steak Taco

Savor the bold, smoky flavors of these Paleo Chipotle Steak Tacos, a perfect fusion of spice, freshness, and clean eating! Featuring tender, marinated skirt steak infused with chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, zesty lime, and aromatic spices, this recipe is a flavor-packed dream for taco lovers on a Paleo diet. Instead of traditional tortillas, crisp butter lettuce leaves serve as the "shells," keeping it low-carb and gluten-free while adding a refreshing crunch. Topped with vibrant red onion, creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of cilantro, these tacos strike the ideal balance of heat and brightness in every bite. Quick to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this recipe is a healthy, satisfying twist on a classic indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Skirt steak
• 2 tablespoons Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
• 8 leaves Butter lettuce leaves
• 0.5 Red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 Avocado, diced
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 Fresh lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

Place the skirt steak in a shallow dish or a zip-lock bag.

Step 2

In a blender or food processor, combine chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground black pepper, and sea salt. Blend until smooth to create the marinade.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it's well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.

Step 4

Preheat your grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Remove the steak from the marinade and discard any leftover marinade.

Step 6

Grill the steak for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until the desired doneness is achieved.

Step 7

Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.

Step 8

Arrange the butter lettuce leaves on a platter to form taco 'shells'.

Step 9

Place the sliced steak into each lettuce leaf.

Step 10

Top with thin slices of red onion, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, and chopped cilantro.

Step 11

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for drizzling over the taco for extra zing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(931.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2452.4

Total Fat 201.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 507.0mg	0%
Sodium 1777.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 5.9g
Protein 136.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 231.5mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 3039.1mg	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: 72.7%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 5.6%