Keto Taco Salad

This quick keto taco salad recipe is easy to make as a quick weeknight dinner, or is ideal for meal prep. I made my own taco seasoning for this, but you can also use any prepackaged keto-friendly version you prefer

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Keto Taco Salad

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time15 mins

Total Time15 mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: lunch, Meal Prep, quick meal

Servings: 5

Calories: 488kcal

Ingredients

Taco Salad ~

• 1 1/4 lb Ground Beef 85/15
• 16 oz Shredded Lettuce
• 2/3 cup Sour Cream
• 5 oz Cheddar Cheese
• 2/3 cup Salsa optional
• 2 tbsp Coconut Oil optional, recommended if using leaner ground beef

Taco Seasoning~

• 1/4 tsp Onion Powder
• 1/4 tsp Oregano
• 1/4 tsp Basil
• 1/2 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Pink Salt
• 1 tsp Black Pepper
• 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Can adjust for more or less spice
• 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tbsp Chili Powder
• 1.5 tsp Cumin

Instructions

• Mix all the taco seasoning ingredients in a small bowl and set aside
• Brown ground beef coconut oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat, and drain if preferred. Add the taco seasoning and mix well
• Add ~1 cup of water (enough to cover the beef) to the skillet, and simmer for 10 minutes, or until sauce is reduced and thickened
• While beef is simmering, portion ~1 1/2 cups of lettuce into bowls and set aside
• Once the sauce has reduced, taste and adjust seasoning if neccessary
• Portion the beef on top of the lettuce and top with each bowl with 1 oz of cheese, ~2 tbsp each of sour cream and salsa, and other toppings of your choice. If meal prepping, portion and pack the salad components separately

Notes

Net carbs: ~5g

Nutrition Facts

Keto Taco Salad

Amount Per Serving

Calories 488 Calories from Fat 333

% Daily Value*

Fat 37g57%

Carbohydrates 8g3%

Fiber 3g13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Please note: nutrition values are approximate and intended to serve as a reference only. These values will vary based on the specific brands and ingredients used. To get the most accurate info, calculate the nutrition using information from the  labels on the specific ingredients you use when making this recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 488kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Fat: 37g | Fiber: 3g