Category: Mexican

Keto Taco Salad with Avocado Lime Dressing

Keto taco salad with avocado lime dressing is a satisfying and healthy meal that’s perfect for low-carb, keto, and gluten-free diets. Loaded with seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, and topped with a creamy avocado lime dressing, it’s a great option for those craving a Mexican-inspired dish without the carbs.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning (sugar-free)
  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)

For the Avocado Lime Dressing:

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the beef:
    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in taco seasoning and cook for another 2 minutes.
  2. Prepare the dressing:
    In a blender, combine avocado, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  3. Assemble the salad:
    In a large bowl, layer the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, avocado, and shredded cheese. Top with the cooked beef and drizzle with avocado lime dressing. Add sour cream if desired.

Prep Time:

10 minutes

Cook Time:

10 minutes

Total Time:

20 minutes


Servings:

Serves 4


Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 380 kcal
  • Protein: 22g
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 680mg

Additional Information:

This keto taco salad is a low-carb alternative to traditional tacos, offering all the classic flavors with none of the tortillas. The avocado lime dressing adds a creamy, zesty kick that complements the seasoned beef and fresh veggies perfectly.

Diets:
This dish fits into the following dietary lifestyles:

  • Keto
  • Low-Carb
  • Gluten-Free
  • Paleo (if dairy is omitted)

Cuisine Type:
Mexican-Inspired


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Birria Tacos with Consommé

Description:
Birria tacos are flavorful, slow-cooked beef tacos dipped in a savory, spiced consommé. With crispy, cheesy tortillas and tender meat, these tacos are the perfect comfort food that’s become a viral sensation.

Servings:

This recipe makes about 10-12 tacos, serving 4-6 people.

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs beef chuck roast or short ribs
  • 2 dried guajillo chiles
  • 2 dried ancho chiles
  • 2 dried chipotle chiles
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 5 garlic cloves
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded Oaxaca or mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh cilantro and diced onions, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce:
    Remove the stems and seeds from the dried chiles. In a pot of boiling water, simmer the chiles for about 5 minutes, until softened. Drain and transfer the chiles to a blender, along with the onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, cloves, and 1 cup of beef broth. Blend until smooth.
  2. Cook the beef:
    Season the beef generously with salt and pepper. In a large pot or Dutch oven, sear the beef on all sides over medium-high heat until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Pour the chile sauce over the beef, add the remaining beef broth, cinnamon stick, and bay leaves. Cover and simmer on low heat for 3-4 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shredded.
  3. Shred the beef:
    Remove the beef from the pot and shred it using two forks. Skim any excess fat from the broth (this broth is your consommé for dipping).
  4. Assemble the tacos:
    Heat a skillet over medium heat. Dip the corn tortillas in the consommé and place them on the skillet. Add a handful of shredded cheese and some of the shredded beef to one half of the tortilla. Fold the tortilla in half and cook until crispy on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Serve:
    Serve the tacos with fresh cilantro, diced onions, and lime wedges. Don’t forget a small bowl of the consommé on the side for dipping!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving – 2 Tacos)

  • Calories: 420 kcal
  • Protein: 27g
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 710mg

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