Ground Beef Tacos
These Ground Beef Tacos provide 26g protein and 381 calories per serving — a lighter option for afternoon meals or leaner training days. Four servings finish on the stovetop in 20 minutes, maximizing efficiency when time is tight. Fits easily into any macro framework without requiring obsessive portion control.
Ingredients
- •Yellow Onion(360g)
- •Olive oil(45g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Garlic(20g)
- •Chili powder(15g)
- •Cumin, Ground(5g)
- •Paprika, Smoked(5g)
- •Oregano, Dried(3g)
- •Cayenne Pepper, Ground(1g)
- •Tomato Paste(30g)
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- •90/10 Ground Beef(454g)
- •Tomato(240g)
- •¼ cup water
- •Tostada Shells, Corn, Fried
- •Mexican Blend Cheese
- •Avocado
- •Greek Yogurt (Nonfat)
Plain Greek yogurt — nonfat (0%) or low-fat (2%). Not regular yogurt.
- •Lettuce, Iceberg
- •Canned Diced Tomatoes
Instructions
- 1Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the oil. Once the oil is hot and shimmering, add the onion. Cook for 6-8 minutes, until the onion is translucent and softened.
- 2Add the garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat the onions with the spices.
- 3Add the tomato paste and stir until super fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 4Increase the heat to medium high. Add the beef, breaking it into small pieces with a sturdy spoon or spatula. Cook, stirring frequently, until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Stir in the tomato and let cook 1 minute.
- 5Stir in the water. Reduce the heat to low. Let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to deepen.
- 6To serve, pile the ground beef into taco shells or tortillas and add your favorite toppings.
Nutrition — Per Serving
381
calories
26g
protein
24g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 18g
- Saturated fat
- 6.2g
- Sodium
- 198 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 4.9g
4 servings per batch · ~295g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Ground Beef Tacos have per serving?
Each serving delivers 26g of protein and 381 calories with 24g fat and 18g carbs. This macro profile keeps you in a lean calorie range while maintaining solid protein intake.
How long does Ground Beef Tacos take to prep?
Quick prep time on the stovetop with 4 servings per batch means you can have lunch ready for multiple days with minimal effort. This scales efficiently for weekly meal prep.
Is Ground Beef Tacos good for fat loss?
At 381 calories and 26g protein per serving, this recipe is well-suited for fat loss phases where calorie control is the priority. The lower carb content at 18g per serving keeps insulin response minimal while supporting muscle retention.
