# 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