Low Carb Shredded Beef Tacos
Craving tacos without the carbs? These Low Carb Shredded Beef Tacos are the perfect guilt-free indulgence! Made with tender, slow-cooked beef chuck roast seasoned with bold spices like chili powder and cumin, every bite is bursting with rich, savory flavor. Instead of traditional tortillas, crisp romaine lettuce leaves serve as the taco shells, adding freshness and crunch while keeping it keto-friendly. The shredded beef is topped with creamy avocado slices, bright cilantro, juicy diced tomatoes, spicy jalapeños, and a dollop of sour cream for a fiesta of textures and tastes. Ready in under 15 minutes of prep and slow-cooked for maximum tenderness, this easy recipe is ideal for meal prep or a fun weeknight dinner. Perfect for a low-carb lifestyle, these tacos are as satisfying as they are delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 2 teaspoons Chili Powder
- 2 teaspoons Cumin
- 1 cup Beef Broth
- 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
- 8 pieces Romaine Lettuce Leaves
- 1 whole Sliced Avocado
- 0.5 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro
- 1 cup Diced Tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Sliced Jalapeños
- 0.5 cup Sour Cream
Instructions
Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
Season the beef chuck roast with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, and cumin.
Sear the beef in the hot skillet for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned.
Place the seared beef into a slow cooker.
Pour the beef broth and lime juice over the beef in the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the beef is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.
To assemble the tacos, lay out the romaine lettuce leaves as taco shells.
Fill each lettuce leaf with the shredded beef.
Top with sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, and a dollop of sour cream.
Serve the tacos immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 257.9 g | 331% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.2 g | 476% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 738 mg | 246% | |
| Sodium | 4770 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.2 g | ||
| Protein | 182.9 g | 366% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 610 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 35.4 mg | 197% | |
| Potassium | 4936 mg | 105% | |
*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.
