Whole30 Ground Beef with Taco Seasoning

Craving a quick and flavorful meal that fits perfectly into your Whole30 lifestyle? This Whole30 Ground Beef with Taco Seasoning is a one-pan wonder packed with bold, homemade Tex-Mex flavors. Made with grass-fed ground beef and a simple mix of spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this dish skips the store-bought seasoning blends for a healthier, additive-free option. Juicy, savory, and perfectly seasoned, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Serve it in crisp lettuce wraps, over cauliflower rice, or alongside roasted vegetables for a satisfying, Whole30-approved meal that's gluten-free, dairy-free, and irresistibly delicious. Whether you're meal prepping or cooking for the family, this flavorful ground beef recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (grass-fed)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, approximately 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet.

Step 5

Cook the beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until fully browned and no pink remains, about 5-6 minutes.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, paprika, dried oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Add the mixed spices to the skillet with the beef, stirring well to coat the meat evenly.

Step 8

Pour in the water, stir to combine, and let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes to meld the flavors together.

Step 9

Taste the beef and adjust seasoning if necessary with additional salt or pepper.

Step 10

Serve hot as a filling for lettuce wraps, with a side of roasted vegetables, or over a bed of cauliflower rice to keep it Whole30 compliant.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(665.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1261.8

Total Fat 84.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 2781.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 4.9g
Protein 88.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 163.6mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 1488.8mg	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: 62.0%

Protein: 28.9%

Carbs: 9.0%