Whole30 Beef Soft Shell Taco

Delightfully fresh and completely Whole30-compliant, these Beef Soft Shell Tacos are a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. Juicy, seasoned ground beef is sautéed to perfection with aromatic garlic, onion, and a flavorful blend of spices like chili powder and cumin. Instead of traditional taco shells, crisp lettuce leaves serve as the perfect low-carb, gluten-free wraps, offering a refreshing crunch with every bite. Topped with vibrant cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado slices, fresh cilantro, and a splash of zesty lime juice, these tacos boast layers of texture and flavor while keeping things clean and nutritious. Easy to prep in under 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Perfect for anyone craving a guilt-free, healthy taco night!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
• 8 large Lettuce leaves (romaine or butterhead)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, diced
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 1 Avocado, sliced
• 2 Green onions, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and diced yellow onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion is translucent.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 4

Drain any excess fat from the skillet before adding chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to incorporate the spices into the beef.

Step 5

Continue to cook the beef mixture for another 5 minutes on medium heat to let the flavors meld together.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the fresh lime juice.

Step 7

Rinse and pat dry the lettuce leaves, which will act as soft shell wraps. Arrange them on a serving platter.

Step 8

To assemble the tacos, spoon the beef mixture onto each lettuce leaf. Top with diced cherry tomatoes, chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, and chopped green onions.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 compliant beef tacos!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1344.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1719.5

Total Fat 129.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 362.9mg	0%
Sodium 1656.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.6g	0%
Total Sugars 17.1g
Protein 91.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 395.2mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 3715.4mg	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: 65.7%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 13.7%