KETO TACO SALAD RECIPE.

yield: 4 SERVINGS

prep time: 10 MINUTES

cook time: 10 MINUTES

total time: 20 MINUTES

Craving tacos on the keto diet?  Try this easy keto taco salad for a quick weeknight dinner.  It’s packed with yummy low-carb Mexican ingredients like salsa, avocado, seasoned ground beef, and shredded cheese.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb ground beef
• 3 tbsp homemade taco seasoning (see notes)
• 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
• 1 cup fresh tomato salsa (pico de gallo)
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 lime (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a large pan over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Cook, breaking it up with a wood spoon, until no longer pink and cooked through. Drain excess grease.
2. Season the beef with the homemade taco seasoning. Let cool slightly.
3. Prepare the vegetables: Wash and chop the lettuce. Slice the avocados.
4. Assemble the salads: Place the lettuce in a large bowl and top with the seasoned beef, salsa, sour cream, cheese, and avocado. Serve with a lime wedge (optional)

NOTES

For homemade taco seasoning, mix together:

• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 1 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Nutrition Information:3

Amount Per Serving: CALORIES: 486TOTAL FAT: 35gCARBOHYDRATES: 10gFIBER: 4gSUGAR: 3gPROTEIN: 34g