Low Carb Ground Beef with Taco Seasoning
Dive into a quick and flavorful dinner solution with this Low Carb Ground Beef with Taco Seasoning recipe—perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Sautéed ground beef, diced onion, garlic, and red bell pepper come together with zesty taco seasoning and tangy canned tomatoes with green chilies to create a hearty, protein-packed dish. Melted cheddar cheese adds a creamy finish, while optional toppings like sour cream, avocado, and fresh cilantro bring customizable flair. Ready in just 30 minutes, this keto-friendly recipe is ideal as a standalone dish or tucked into lettuce wraps for a fresh, low-carb twist on tacos. Bursting with bold Mexican-inspired flavors, it's a comforting crowd-pleaser that won't leave you missing the carbs!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium-sized onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 can (10 oz) canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- sour cream (optional for serving)
- sliced avocado (optional for serving)
- chopped fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the diced red bell pepper and taco seasoning, cooking for another 2 minutes until the pepper begins to soften.
Add the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to combine. Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture. Cover the skillet and allow the cheese to melt for about 2 minutes.
Serve hot. Optionally, top with sour cream, sliced avocado, and fresh cilantro if desired for added flavor.
Enjoy this delicious low-carb taco-flavored ground beef as a main dish or as a filling for lettuce wraps!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1907 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.7 g | 184% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.6 g | 313% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 437 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 5590 mg | 243% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 112.0 g | 224% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 980 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2319 mg | 49% | |
*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.
