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Keto Ground Beef Taco Bowl - Easy, Flavor-Packed, and Low-Carb

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound (450 g) ground beef (80–90% lean works well)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (only if your beef is very lean)
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (regular paprika works too)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/3 cup beef broth or water
  • 8 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 large avocado, sliced or cubed
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup salsa (no-sugar-added preferred)
  • Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for serving
  • Optional add-ins: sliced jalapeños, diced bell pepper, sliced radishes, pickled onions, chopped scallions, cauliflower rice

Method
 

  1. Prep the base: Rinse and chop your greens. Halve tomatoes, slice avocado, and set out toppings so assembly is quick.
  2. Cook the aromatics: Heat a large skillet over medium. If using lean beef, add olive oil. Sauté the onion for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  3. Brown the beef: Add ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook until no longer pink, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Season it up: Stir in salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook 1 minute to bloom the spices.
  5. Add tomato paste and liquid: Mix in tomato paste and beef broth (or water). Simmer 2–3 minutes, stirring, until slightly thick and glossy. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  6. Build your bowls: Divide greens into bowls. Top with taco beef, tomatoes, avocado, and cheese.
  7. Finish with toppings: Add sour cream, salsa, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Include any optional add-ins you like.
  8. Serve: Enjoy right away while the beef is hot and the greens are crisp.