Whole30 Beef Hard Taco

Transform your taco night with this flavorful and healthy Whole30 Beef Hard Taco recipe! This dish swaps traditional taco shells for crisp lettuce leaves, making it a satisfying, low-carb, and gluten-free option that's perfect for anyone following a Whole30 meal plan. Juicy, spiced ground beef is combined with aromatic onion and garlic, then elevated with the umami-rich addition of coconut aminos. Each taco is then topped with fresh, vibrant ingredients like diced tomatoes, creamy avocado, and fragrant cilantro, delivering a burst of color and flavor in every bite. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, these tacos are ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Don’t forget the lime wedges for a zesty finish! A wholesome and delicious way to enjoy taco night guilt-free.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
• 8 pieces Lettuce leaves (such as romaine or iceberg)
• 1 large Tomato, diced
• 1 medium Avocado, sliced
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 medium Lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until it begins to brown, about 5-7 minutes, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon as it cooks.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Season the beef mixture with cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine the spices evenly with the beef.

Step 4

Pour in the coconut aminos and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Wash and dry the lettuce leaves well, then arrange them on a serving platter. These will be your taco shells.

Step 6

Spoon the beef mixture evenly into each lettuce leaf.

Step 7

Top each taco with diced tomato, sliced avocado, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.

Step 8

Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top, adding a burst of citrus flavor to each taco before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1192.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1435.2

Total Fat 104.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 2144.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.9g	0%
Total Sugars 18.8g
Protein 86.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 225.6mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 2931.2mg	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: 62.3%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 14.7%