Whole30 Mexican Torta

Satisfy your cravings for bold, zesty flavors with this Whole30 Mexican Torta—a low-carb, gluten-free twist on the classic sandwich. Instead of traditional bread, crisp lettuce leaves serve as the perfect vessel for seasoned ground beef infused with smoky cumin, chili powder, and garlic. Each bite is layered with fresh toppings, including juicy tomatoes, zesty red onions, spicy jalapeños, and creamy homemade guacamole, all topped with a sprinkle of vibrant cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a tangy finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthy, protein-packed meal is perfect for busy weeknights or when you're craving a fresh, satisfying dish that aligns with Whole30 guidelines. It's a fun, customizable option that proves eating clean doesn’t have to be boring!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 8 large leaves lettuce leaves (such as romaine or iceberg)
• 1 large avocado
• 1 medium lime
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 large tomato
• 1 small jalapeño
• 0.25 cup cilantro
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp chili powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Begin by prepping the ingredients: dice the red onion and tomato, slice the jalapeño, and roughly chop the cilantro. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mash the avocado and mix with the juice of half the lime, a pinch of salt, and a bit of the red onion. Set the guacamole aside.

Step 3

In a medium-sized skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until it starts to brown, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the garlic powder, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the beef. Stir well to coat the meat with the spices, and continue cooking until fully browned, about 5 more minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Assemble the tortas by placing two large lettuce leaves on each plate. Add a scoop of the seasoned beef onto each lettuce wrap.

Step 6

Top the beef with diced tomato, a few slices of jalapeño, more chopped red onion, and a generous dollop of guacamole.

Step 7

Sprinkle the assembled tortas with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of the remaining lime juice before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1400.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1649.6

Total Fat 125.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 3379.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.6g	0%
Total Sugars 23.6g
Protein 90.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 287.1mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 3402.1mg	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: 64.8%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 14.5%