Paleo Beef Taco Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and wholesome Paleo Beef Taco Salad, a perfect fusion of bold Mexican-inspired flavors and clean eating principles. Featuring perfectly seasoned ground beef infused with chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this dish is layered atop crisp romaine lettuce, juicy grape tomatoes, crunchy red bell peppers, and creamy avocado slices. Fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro tie everything together, creating a refreshing yet hearty meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, this gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Whether you're following a paleo lifestyle or simply craving a healthy twist on taco night, this salad delivers big on taste, with its vibrant ingredients and satisfying textures.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 lime, juiced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet, if necessary.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the beef is evenly coated with the spices. Cook for 1 more minute to let the flavors meld.
Remove the skillet from heat and set aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, halved grape tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, and sliced avocado.
Add the cooked beef mixture on top of the salad.
Drizzle the salad with lime juice and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Toss the salad gently to mix all ingredients together.
Serve immediately, enjoying the fresh and vibrant flavors of the Paleo Beef Taco Salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1649 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.8 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.7 g | 189% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 1712 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.5 g | 123% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.6 g | ||
| Protein | 92.8 g | 186% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 369 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 4239 mg | 90% | |
*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.
