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The Ultimate Keto Taco Salad

Easy Keto Taco Salad

This easy Keto Taco Salad delivers all the flavor of taco night in a low carb, 20 minute bowl! Featuring seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, cheese, and avocado. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine Keto, Mexican-American
Servings 4
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Seasoning (or use 3 tbsp store bought):

  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp black pepper

For the Salad:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup fresh salsa pico de gallo
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese
  • 1 large avocado sliced
  • 1 lime cut into wedges (for serving)

Instructions
 

  • Make Seasoning: In a bowl, mix all taco seasoning spices.
  • Cook Beef: Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium high heat. Drain grease. Add seasoning mix and 2-3 tbsp water. Simmer 2-3 mins. Set aside.
  • Prep Veggies: Chop lettuce, slice avocado.
  • Assemble: Divide lettuce among bowls. Top with warm beef, salsa, sour cream, cheese, and avocado. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Low Carb Salsa: Check labels for added sugar, or make fresh pico de gallo.
  • Customize: Add jalapeños, black olives, or swap beef for ground turkey.
  • Meal Prep: Store beef and veggies separately. Assemble fresh.