Keto Ground Beef Taco Salad (Gluten-Free)
A flavorful and healthy keto-friendly taco salad packed with fresh vegetables, seasoned ground beef, and creamy salsa dressing.
Ingredients
Meat and Vegetables
- 1.5 pounds lean ground beef, grass-fed
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped finely
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.75 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.75 teaspoon cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon chipotle pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1.25 teaspoons salt
Salad Toppings
- 3 hearts Romaine lettuce, torn into bite sizes
- 2 cups grape tomatoes, sliced in half
- 1 cup Mexican blend shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 medium Hass avocados, diced
- 0.5 cup red onions, sliced
- 0.5 cup green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (garnish)
- 0.25 cup sliced black olives
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup sour cream, thinned with heavy cream
Instructions
- Sauté bell peppers and onions in oil until translucent, then set aside.
- Cook ground beef with dry seasonings until browned, then mix with cooked vegetables.
- Assemble salad: place lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, olives, avocados, and onions in a large bowl.
- Top with cooked taco meat and garnish with cilantro.
- Mix salsa, sour cream, and spices for dressing; serve on the side.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lime before serving.