My keto taco salad is so quick and easy to make. Packed with everyday easy-to-source keto ingredients. Delicious in every bite and perfect at any time of the day.
I love Mexican food and this salad is bang on with great flavours. Simple to whip up for a midweek meal or a great weekend dish all year round.
What is a Keto Taco Salad with Ground Beef?
A Keto Taco Salad with Ground Beef is a low-carb adaptation of the traditional taco salad, which originated in Texas during the 1960s. This version replaces high-carb elements like tortilla shells and beans with keto-approved ingredients, making it suitable for those of us following a keto diet. This keto friendly taco salad recipe is simple and perfect! I don’t care if you love all the carbs in the world. This recipe is delicious despite being low carb. I mean just look it! 🤣 Yummo!
The Ingredients
How to make a Taco Salad Keto
Step 1. Place a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add taco seasoning and ground beef. Cook until nicely browned.
Step 2. Prepare pico; add all ingredients to a small bowl or jar; toss or shake to combine and set aside. (See variation notes below).
Step 3. If you haven’t already made the dressing whip it up now.
Step 4. Prepare pico; add all ingredients to a small bowl or jar; toss or shake to combine and set aside.
Fun Variations
Beyond being a standalone dish, this salad can brighten up so many other kind of meals.
- Lettuce Wraps: Use large lettuce leaves to wrap the salad ingredients for a handheld option. Fill a few lettuce cups with low carb taco salad and roll it up. Perfect for easy lunches or getting the kids to eat their veggies.
- Stuffed Avocados: Scoop out some avocado and fill it with the salad mixture for a fun presentation.
- Taco-Stuffed Peppers: Fill bell peppers with the salad mixture and bake for a warm, comforting meal.
- Keto Taco Pasta: Sounds great, doesn’t it? Mix taco meat, salad and dressing through keto pasta. So simple. Yes, I serve it cold, and it may even be tastier than a keto taco salad bowl. 😂
Serving Suggestions
Well, I just love Mexican cuisine, so I have a few ideas for serving this salad! Serve it with pickled red onions, homemade pickled jalapenos (they are the best), shredded cheddar cheese, or cauliflower rice if you feel the need. 😂 I have never been a fan of rice with tacos or burritos, but you do you.
Serve with Keto Tortillas or Keto Tortilla Chips for easy burritos or tacos.
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Frequently Asked Questions
For More Keto Ground Beef Recipes
I have become such a fan of beef mince I never realised it. Looking back at all the keto recipes I use it in it appears I love using it. Here are just a few of the best keto ground beef recipes I have done over the years.
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Keto Taco Salad with Ground Beef
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 2 tsp Keto Taco Seasoning click link for recipe
- 500 g (1 lb) beef mince
QUICK PICO DE GALLO
- 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
- 1/4 bunch fresh coriander leaves roughly chopped
- Zest and juice of half a lime
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes quartered
TO SERVE
- 2 cups Romaine or Iceberg lettuce chopped
- 1/2 batch Keto Taco Salad Dressing
- 1/2 avocado diced
Instructions
CONVENTIONAL METHOD
- Place a large wide pan over medium-high heat. Once hot add taco seasoning and ground beef and cook until nicely browned.
- Meanwhile prepare pico; add all ingredients to a small bowl or jar; toss or shake to combine and set aside.
- Divide the lettuce serving bowls. Top with ground beef, a drizzle of the taco salad dressing, avocado, and pico de gallo.
THERMOMIX TACO SALAD
- Add onion and coriander; chop 4 sec/speed 5. Scrape down sides of mixing bowl with spatula.
- Add lime juice; mix 3 sec/speed 3.
- Add tomatoes; mix 5 sec/speed 2. Transfer to a serving bowl. Follow from step 3 above.
Notes
- Refrigeration: Store leftover components separately in airtight containers. The cooked ground beef can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. Fresh vegetables like lettuce and pico de gallo are best consumed within 1-2 days to maintain crispness.
- Freezing: While the seasoned ground beef can be frozen for up to 2 months, it’s advisable to prepare fresh vegetables and pico de gallo when ready to serve, as freezing affects their texture.
- Can I meal prep keto taco salad? Yes, prepare and store components separately in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble just before serving to maintain freshness.
- Protein Variations: Substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken. Ensure to adjust the seasoning to taste.
- Cheese Options: Use any of your favourites. I love Monterey Jack but it isn’t always available. Cheddar or mozzarella will do.
- Lettuce Choices: Romaine or iceberg lettuce adds a refreshing crunch. Alternatively, use mixed greens or spinach.
- Herb Substitutions: If fresh coriander isn’t available, parsley can serve as a substitute.
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- Spice Level Adjustment: Modify the heat by adjusting the amount of taco seasoning or adding fresh jalapeños to the pico de gallo.
- Dressing Alternatives: A simple mix of sour cream and salsa can serve as a quick dressing if time-constrained.
Your Own Notes
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18 responses to “The Best Keto Taco Salad with Ground Beef”
This was an easy dinner idea that was full of flavor. It will definitely be on repeat!Yay! So good to hear!
Love everything in this salad. No shortage of flavor or texture, love the smokiness in the dressing.
A great healthy choice for lunch!
Thanks for sharing!You are very welcome
Great recipe! I cut and toasted a few of the Mad Creations wraps, then scooped out the salad with that mostly instead of a fork and it was delicious.The best way to eat it. Thanks so much for trying the recipe and coming back to leave a review on how you made it your own.
I love taco salad but don’t typically like ranch dressing but had to give this a try because it sounded so good. The dressing was amazing and the salad itself was perfect as a low carb, hearty dinner.I am so happy you enjoyed it Kristina
All the flavours of tacos in a salad! Such a delicious recipe. I’ve made it twice already!woohoo! A nice vote of confidence right there!
This taco salad is my new favourite lunch! Just made it today, and now I’m thinking about making it again tomorrow. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe 🙂You are very welcome
I like to eat low-carb when I can for lunches and this keto taco salad had of my favorite taco salad ingredients, just without the carbs.I am so happy you enjoyed it Sharon.
Yay! So glad we could help with an easy meal Sharon.
It is indeed ‘Wow’ as Vicky says Megan. We had this for dinner tonight with your Soft Wraps and so delicious. I had mine on a plate with wrap and the taco fillings on top and used a knife and fork – my DH though had his soft wrap with filling and folded up and was so impressed his wrap didn’t fall apart. This will certainly be a regular on our menu. Thank you.That is awesome to hear Carol
Wow. Flavour plus and extra easy. We had it just as a bowl, no wrap. The meal was very satisfying. Thanks Megan, going to do this again for sure
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