Description
Delight in this easy Keto Taco Salad made with seasoned ground meat, fresh veggies, creamy avocado, and cheese, all drizzled with a flavorful dressing. A perfect low-carb meal for any time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese of choice)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Jalapeños (sliced, optional)
- Cilantro (for garnish, optional)
- Lime wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Meat:
- In a skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef (or turkey/chicken) to the skillet. Use a spatula to break it apart.
- Season with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Salad Base:
- While the meat is cooking, wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Place it in a large salad bowl.
- Dice the cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, and red onion. Add them to the bowl with the lettuce.
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Dice the avocado and add it to the salad.
- Assemble the Salad:
- Add the cooked ground meat to the salad bowl, mixing it with the fresh vegetables.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Drizzle with olive oil and add sour cream (or Greek yogurt) for creaminess.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Optional: Top the salad with sliced jalapeños and fresh cilantro for extra flavor.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side for a zesty kick.
- Enjoy your delicious Keto Taco Salad immediately!
Notes
For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a homemade taco seasoning mix or your favorite low-carb dressing to the salad. Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer jalapeños based on your preference!
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300 - 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 - 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg