Taco Keto Bowl

Taco Keto Bowl

A fast, flavorful keto taco bowl with seasoned ground beef, cauliflower rice, crisp lettuce, and fresh toppings for a satisfying low carb meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (85% to 90% lean)
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 4 cups cauliflower rice fresh or frozen
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/2 cup salsa no sugar added
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime cut into wedges
  • pickled jalapeños optional
  • 1/2 cup crushed pork rinds optional for crunch

Instructions

  1. Warm a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and cauliflower rice. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until the rice is tender and most moisture has evaporated. Season with a pinch of salt and set aside in a bowl.
  2. In the same skillet, add the ground beef. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned with no pink remaining. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and a few grinds of pepper over the beef. Stir to coat, then add 1/3 cup water.
  4. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring, until the liquid reduces into a saucy coating and the beef is well seasoned. Taste and adjust salt or spices as needed.
  5. Prep toppings while the beef cooks: chop romaine, halve tomatoes, finely chop red onion, slice avocado, and chop cilantro. Cut lime into wedges.
  6. Build each bowl with 1 cup cauliflower rice and 1 cup chopped romaine as the base.
  7. Top with a quarter of the taco beef, then add tomatoes, red onion, shredded cheddar, sour cream, salsa, and avocado slices. Add jalapeños if using.
  8. Finish with cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and crushed pork rinds for crunch if you like. Serve right away while the beef is hot and the toppings are cool.

Notes

  • For extra fluffy cauliflower rice, cook it hot and avoid covering the pan.
  • Use 90% lean beef for a lighter bowl or 80% for richer flavor.
  • Swap cheddar for Pepper Jack if you want a little heat.
  • Meal prep tip: pack hot and cold components separately to keep textures fresh.

Recipe from ketoglowlife.com · ketoglowlife.com