Paleo Taco Salad with Guacamole
Craving tacos but don’t want to deal with the mess of tortillas? Here’s your solution: a Paleo Taco Salad with Guacamole. It’s fresh, packed with flavor, and definitely not your typical “I’m on a diet” salad. This beauty is all about crispy veggies, seasoned protein, and that glorious guacamole. No gluten, no dairy, just pure, guilt-free taco goodness. Forget everything you thought you knew about salads. This one’s the real MVP. Ready for a salad that feels like a fiesta? Let’s get to it, and let’s make your taste buds dance!
Paleo Taco Salad with Guacamole
A fresh, vibrant taco salad with spiced protein, crispy veggies, and a big scoop of guacamole, perfect for Paleo diets.
Ingredients
For the taco salad:
- 1 lb ground turkey or beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups lettuce chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 cup red onion sliced
- 1 avocado diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
For the guacamole:
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground turkey or beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for another 3 minutes, then remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, toss together chopped lettuce, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and seasoned protein.
- In a separate bowl, mash avocados and mix with diced onion, tomatoes, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to make the guacamole.
- Serve the taco salad topped with a generous scoop of guacamole.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 25g
💪 Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 35%
- Vitamin C: 60%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 10%
- Folate: 15%
💁♀️ Notes & Tips to Elevate the Flavor
- Add some Paleo-friendly salsa for extra zest.
- Want more crunch? Top with some homemade Paleo tortilla chips.
- If you like a spicy kick, toss in a diced jalapeño with the guacamole.
- For extra protein, throw in some shredded chicken or beef.
- Make the guacamole ahead of time to let the flavors meld together.
