Description
These low-carb taco bowls deliver all the flavor of tacos without the carbs. Seasoned ground beef, spicy jalapeños, and fresh salsa are served over crisp greens with creamy toppings, making it a light yet satisfying Tex-Mex dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning (sugar-free)
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 1/2 cup salsa (no sugar added)
- 4 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Optional: fresh cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and cook for another 2–3 minutes until well coated.
- Prepare salad bowls with romaine or mixed greens as the base.
- Top with seasoned beef, jalapeños, salsa, cheese, sour cream, and avocado slices.
- Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Add sautéed peppers, onions, or cauliflower rice for extra volume.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter topping.
- Make it spicier with extra jalapeños, hot sauce, or spicy salsa.
- Perfect for meal prep—store components separately and assemble when ready to eat.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop + Assembly
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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