Here is a bright and delicious keto taco salad recipe that is quick, easy to make, and bursting with bold flavor.
If you enjoy meat with your salad greens, also try our big mac salad and our grinder salad.
For more ideas, check out our list of easy keto recipes with ground beef.
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Why you'll love it
Ready in 20 minutes, as life can get busy, having a delicious and satisfying meal ready in just 20 minutes is a game-changer.
A one pot meal with easy clean up! For more delicious one-pot meals, try our Philly cheesesteak casserole and our instant pot crack chicken.
A healthier take on tacos for those following a keto lifestyle, this recipe provides all the bold flavors of traditional tacos without the carb-heavy tortillas.
Easily customizable and family-friendly, this easy recipe is a versatile canvas that allows you to please everyone at your table!
Key ingredients
- Ground beef: Choose good quality lean ground beef.
- Taco seasoning: An easy and great option is to use keto friendly store-bought taco seasoning packets.
- Romaine lettuce: It’s great for its crispiness and mild flavor, but you can use the type you like.
- Sour cream: Greek yogurt can be used as an alternative.
If you have any questions about this recipe, please leave a comment below and we will get back to you.
For more beef recipes try our sirloin tip steak and our beef bottom round roast.
Substitutions
For a non-dairy salad swap the sour cream and cheese for plant based alternatives. The article best and worst non-dairy cheese brands for keto rates the carbs and ingredients of plant based cheeses.
The beef can be swapped out for ground turkey, ground chicken, sliced steak, or chorizo sausage.
For a vegetarian dish, use your preferred meat substitute in place of the beef.
Variations
Add guacamole, our creamy keto-friendly guacamole will add a richness and zesty kick to your salad.
Serve with Keto Tortilla Chips, try our homemade Keto Tortilla Chips recipe.
Swap out the traditional diced tomatoes for a vibrant Keto salsa. Whether it's mild, medium, or hot, salsa can add a tangy and refreshing flavor.
Jalapenos, fresh chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice will all hit the right flavor notes.
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Brown the beef in a large non-stick pan set over medium-high heat.
Step 2: Break it up with a spoon. Cooked until browned, with no pink. Add the taco seasoning and water.
Step 3: Cook for another 4-5 minutes, until the liquid has mostly evaporated. Allow to cool slightly, before assembling salad.
Step 4: Divide the lettuce between 4 salad bowls then top evenly with cooked taco beef, tomato, avocado, and onions. Garnish with sour cream, cheese, and hot sauce, if desired. You can also make this in a large salad bowl.
For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the printable recipe card below.
Don't forget dessert! Try our keto brownies, keto lemon cake, and keto ice cream recipe.
Expert tips
- While browning the beef, if there's a substantial amount of oil released during cooking, consider draining it before adding the taco seasoning.
- Blend your own seasoning mix using chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
FAQs
We don't use a salad dressing on our keto taco salad. Between the ground beef, sour cream and creamy avocado, we simply think you just don't need one.
If you would like to use one, purchase a keto friendly dressing from your local store or you can make this simple sugar free salad dressing.
Storage instructions
Store the veggies, lettuce, tomatoes, and onions separately. This helps prevent ingredients from becoming soggy or losing their individual flavors.
Store the cooked taco meat in its own airtight container. When ready to enjoy, reheat it on the stove or in the microwave until warmed through.
Your assembled salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
While some ingredients can be frozen individually, a fully assembled taco bowl doesn't freeze well. The textures and flavors of the ingredients will be altered after thawing.
If you anticipate having leftovers or for meal prep, consider assembling individual portions instead of one large bowl. This way, you can take out the components as needed for each salad you will enjoy or serve.
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📖 Recipe
Keto Taco Salad
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 teaspoons taco seasoning
- ½ cup water
- 6 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- ½ cup tomatoes diced
- 1 avocado diced
- ½ cup red onion sliced
- Sour cream for garnish
- Shredded cheese optional
- Hot sauce optional
Instructions
- Brown the beef in a large nonstick pan set over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through with no pink. Add the taco seasoning and water, cooking for another 4-5 minutes, until the liquid has mostly evaporated. Allow it to cool slightly.
- Divide the lettuce between 4 salad bowls, then top evenly with taco beef, tomato, avocado, and onions. Garnish with sour cream, shredded cheese, and hot sauce, if desired, and serve.
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