Carne Asada Tacos
These Carne Asada Tacos pack 45g protein and 415 calories per serving — a complete meal in one assembled shell. Quick-preps 6 servings on the stovetop, covering half a week's lunch rotation without repetitive cooking. Built for lifters bulking or maintaining who need a protein-dense lunch that doesn't require constant reheating.
Ingredients
- •Beef, Carne Asada, Grilled(907g)
- •Guacamole, Store-Bought(360g)
- •Yellow Onion(120g)
- •Cilantro, Fresh(80g)
- •Tortilla, Corn, 6-Inch
Instructions
- 1Make the carne asada. Let it rest before cutting it (against the grain) into bite-size pieces.
- 2Prepare the toppings. While the steak is cooking, chop the onions, roughly chop the cilantro, prepare the guacamole and warm or toast the tortillas.
- 3Assemble the tacos. Fill the warm tortillas with chopped steak, raw onion, cilantro and guacamole.
Nutrition — Per Serving
415
calories
45g
protein
24g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 7g
- Saturated fat
- 6.5g
- Sodium
- 224 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 3.1g
6 servings per batch · ~245g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Carne Asada Tacos have per serving?
Each serving contains 45g of protein and 415 calories with 24g fat and 7g carbs. This is one of the highest protein options in the carne asada family, with the taco structure keeping carbs minimal.
How long does Carne Asada Tacos take to prep?
Carne Asada Tacos is a quick prep recipe that yields 6 servings from one stovetop cooking session. The taco assembly is efficient for batch prep, giving you six ready-to-eat meals with minimal hands-on time per serving.
Is Carne Asada Tacos good for muscle gain?
At 45g protein and 415 calories per serving, this recipe is well-suited for muscle gain phases where protein intake is the primary focus. The minimal carbs (7g) mean you're getting a lean, protein-dense meal that works as a base for adding carbs elsewhere in your diet.
