Low Carb Beef Street Tacos
Elevate your taco night with these irresistible Low Carb Beef Street Tacos, a flavorful yet guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for keto enthusiasts or anyone looking to cut carbs without sacrificing taste, this recipe features juicy, spiced ground beef nestled in crisp romaine lettuce leaves, replacing traditional tortillas. The filling bursts with savory seasonings like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, while fresh toppings of creamy avocado, tangy cherry tomatoes, and zesty lime juice bring refreshing balance. Ready in just 30 minutes, these street-style tacos are as quick to prepare as they are delicious, making them ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve with extra lime wedges for a customizable citrus kick that will keep everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 pieces romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 medium avocado
- 1 medium lime
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until it is browned and cooked through.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the beef is evenly coated with spices. Cook for another 2 minutes to combine flavors.
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce leaves and set them aside for use as taco shells.
Slice the avocado and cherry tomatoes, and chop the fresh cilantro.
Squeeze the lime juice over the beef mixture, stirring to coat evenly. Remove from heat.
To assemble the tacos, lay a romaine lettuce leaf on a plate and spoon the beef mixture onto the center of the leaf.
Top with sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately, offering additional lime wedges on the side for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
420 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.6 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 76 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 340 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 21.5 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 661 mg | 14% | |
*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.
