
Low-Carb “Tacos” Recipe
Low-carb "tacos" provide great alternatives to standard homemade versions for Mexican food lovers who aren't willing to part with beloved flavors despite dietary restrictions. This innovative approach demonstrates how dietary needs can be accommodated while maintaining essential taste elements that define satisfying Mexican meals. The unwillingness to part with flavors drives creative solutions that prove healthy eating doesn't require sacrifice.

This is a great low-carb alternative to your standard homemade tacos. I love Mexican food and wasn’t willing to part with tacos after starting my low-carb diet. This always satisfies my craving.
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 onion, diced
½ (4 ounce) can diced jalapeno peppers
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 tomato, chopped
½ cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
¼ cup salsa
¼ cup low-fat sour cream
1 avocado – peeled, pitted, and sliced
Directions
Cook and stir ground beef, onion, and jalapeno peppers together in a skillet over medium-high heat until meat is browned and crumbly, 7 to 10 minutes. Stir taco seasoning into meat mixture; bring to a simmer and cook until flavors combine, about 5 minutes.
Stir meat mixture, shredded lettuce, tomato, Cheddar cheese, salsa, and sour cream together in a large bowl. Divide taco mixture among 4 bowls and top each with avocado slices.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
521 | Calories |
35g | Fat |
16g | Carbs |
35g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 521 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 35g | 45% |
Saturated Fat 13g | 63% |
Cholesterol 115mg | 38% |
Sodium 1062mg | 46% |
Total Carbohydrate 16g | 6% |
Dietary Fiber 5g | 18% |
Total Sugars 5g | |
Protein 35g | 70% |
Vitamin C 14mg | 15% |
Calcium 125mg | 10% |
Iron 4mg | 21% |
Potassium 843mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.