Paleo Cheesy Gordita Crunch
Indulge in the ultimate healthy comfort food with this Paleo Cheesy Gordita Crunch recipe—perfect for clean eaters craving bold flavors and satisfying textures. This gluten-free and dairy-free twist on the popular fast-food classic features tender almond flour tortillas, creamy homemade cashew cheese, and perfectly seasoned ground beef. Packed with vibrant toppings like crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and creamy avocado, every bite is as fresh as it is indulgent. With a quick prep time of just 25 minutes, this paleo-friendly gordita is ideal for weeknight dinners or sharing with friends. Say goodbye to processed ingredients and hello to nutrient-rich satisfaction!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup tapioca starch
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 cup cashew nuts
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 unit garlic clove
- 1 cup lettuce
- 1 medium tomato
- 1 unit avocado
Instructions
Start by soaking the cashew nuts. Place 1 cup of cashew nuts in a bowl, cover with water, and let them soak for at least 2 hours.
In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of almond flour, 1 cup of tapioca starch, 1 cup of coconut milk, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and 1 teaspoon of sea salt. Mix well to form a dough.
Divide the dough into 8 portions. Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten into a 6-inch round tortilla using a rolling pin.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook each tortilla for about 2 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Set aside.
In another skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil over medium heat. Add 1 pound of ground beef, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of onion powder. Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
For the cashew cheese, drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender along with 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 garlic clove, and 1/2 cup of water. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding more water if needed to reach desired consistency.
To assemble, spread a layer of cashew cheese onto each tortilla. Top with a scoop of the cooked beef, then add lettuce, chopped tomato, and sliced avocado.
Fold each tortilla over to form the gordita and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 305.3 g | 391% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.1 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 4756 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 366.9 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.6 g | 152% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.7 g | ||
| Protein | 151.2 g | 302% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 668 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 31.1 mg | 173% | |
| Potassium | 3480 mg | 74% | |
*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.
