Paleo Crunchy Beef Tacos

Satisfy your taco cravings the paleo way with these irresistible Paleo Crunchy Beef Tacos! Packed with savory seasoned ground beef, fragrant garlic, and warm spices like cumin and paprika, this recipe delivers bold flavors in every bite. Instead of traditional taco shells, crisp romaine lettuce leaves provide the perfect low-carb crunch while keeping the dish both gluten-free and dairy-free. Topped with creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and optional jalapeño slices for a spicy kick, these tacos are a healthy twist on a comfort food classic. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, they’re the ultimate weeknight dinner or meal-prep option. Don’t forget to serve with lime wedges for that zesty finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 0.5 cups yellow onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 8 leaves romaine lettuce leaves
• 1 medium ripe avocado, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
• 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 medium lime, cut into wedges
• 1 small jalapeño, sliced (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and break it apart with a spatula, cooking until browned, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 5

Drain any excess fat from the skillet.

Step 6

Stir in the cumin, paprika, oregano, chili powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the beef evenly, stirring occasionally for 2 more minutes.

Step 7

Remove the beef mixture from heat and set aside.

Step 8

Prepare the lettuce leaves by washing and drying them thoroughly.

Step 9

Spoon the beef mixture onto each lettuce leaf, dividing it evenly among the 8 leaves.

Step 10

Top each taco with diced avocado, quartered cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.

Step 11

For additional heat, add a few slices of jalapeño to each taco, if desired.

Step 12

Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1153.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1662.3

Total Fat 133.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 1564.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.4g	0%
Total Sugars 12.7g
Protein 86.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 249.6mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 3029.4mg	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: 68.6%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 11.5%