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Ground Beef Taco Bowl

A deconstructed taco in a bowl - seasoned ground beef over crisp lettuce with avocado, sour cream, and cheese. All the flavor without the carbs.

Prep time: 5 mins Cook time: 10 mins Total time: 15 mins Servings: 1 Calories: ~580 cals/serving Net carbs: 2g net carbs/serving

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About The Recipe

This keto-friendly taco bowl has all the delicious flavors of a traditional taco without the high-carb tortilla. Seasoned ground beef is piled onto crisp lettuce and topped with creamy avocado, tangy sour cream, and melted cheddar cheese. It’s quick, satisfying, and perfect for busy weeknights.

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Ingredients

• 4 oz ground beef (80% lean recommended) - 0g carbs, 22g protein, 16g fat
• 1/2 avocado (medium) - 1g carbs, 1g protein, 10g fat
• 1 oz sour cream - 1g carbs, 1g protein, 5g fat
• 1 oz cheddar cheese (shredded) - 0g carbs, 7g protein, 9g fat
• 1/4 cup shredded lettuce - 0g carbs, 0g protein, 0g fat
• Taco seasoning to taste (or use salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder)

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Shopping List

Meat

• 4 oz ground beef (preferably 80/20 for higher fat content)

Produce

• 1 medium avocado (you’ll use half)
• Lettuce (about 1/4 cup shredded)

Dairy

• 1 oz sour cream (about 2 tablespoons)
• 1 oz cheddar cheese (about 1/4 cup shredded)

Spices

• Taco seasoning (or individual spices: cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika)
• Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Cook the ground beef. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with taco seasoning, breaking it up as it cooks. This should take about 8-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

2. Prepare the bowl. While the beef is cooking, place the shredded lettuce in a bowl as your base.

3. Assemble the taco bowl. Top the lettuce with the cooked, seasoned ground beef.

4. Add toppings. Top with sliced avocado, a dollop of sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese.

5. Serve. Mix everything together and enjoy immediately while the beef is hot and the toppings are fresh.

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Nutrition Information

Per Serving (entire recipe):

• Calories: ~580 cals
• Net Carbs: 2g
• Protein: 31g
• Fat: 40g

Macro Breakdown:

• Ground beef (4 oz): 0g carbs, 22g protein, 16g fat
• Avocado (1/2 medium): 1g carbs, 1g protein, 10g fat
• Sour cream (1 oz): 1g carbs, 1g protein, 5g fat
• Cheddar cheese (1 oz): 0g carbs, 7g protein, 9g fat
• Lettuce (1/4 cup): 0g carbs, 0g protein, 0g fat

Total: 2g carbs, 31g protein, 40g fat

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Notes

• For homemade taco seasoning, use: 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp chili powder, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp paprika, salt and pepper
• Store-bought taco seasoning can have added sugar - check labels or make your own
• Can add diced tomatoes, jalapeños, or cilantro for extra flavor (watch the carb count)
• Use higher-fat ground beef (80/20 or 73/27) for better macro balance on keto
• This bowl is excellent for meal prep - keep components separate and assemble when ready to eat
• For extra fat, drizzle with olive oil or add more avocado
• Can substitute ground turkey or chicken, though beef has better fat content for keto
• Romaine or iceberg lettuce work best for the crunch