Healthy Taco Bowl (Print Version)

Seasoned ground beef over crisp lettuce with fresh veggies and tangy lime yogurt crema.

# Ingredient List:

→ Ground Beef

01 - 1 lb lean ground beef
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Salad Base

10 - 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
11 - 2 medium tomatoes, diced
12 - 4 radishes, thinly sliced
13 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Lime Yogurt Crema

14 - 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
16 - 1 teaspoon lime zest
17 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Optional Toppings

18 - 1 avocado, sliced
19 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
20 - Lime wedges

# Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until completely browned, approximately 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
02 - Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to bloom the spices. Remove from heat and set aside.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, lime zest, and salt until smooth and well combined.
04 - Divide chopped lettuce evenly among four serving bowls. Top each portion with seasoned ground beef, diced tomatoes, sliced radishes, and chopped cilantro.
05 - Drizzle each bowl generously with lime yogurt crema. Add avocado slices, shredded cheese, and lime wedges if desired.
06 - Serve immediately while the beef remains warm and the lettuce is crisp.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Nutritious & Filling: High in protein with 33g per serving.
  • Quick Preparation: Ready to serve in just 30 minutes.
  • Gluten-Free: A naturally gluten-free main dish that everyone can enjoy.
02 -
  • Slice the radishes as thinly as possible for a subtle peppery crunch that doesn't overwhelm the other ingredients.
  • Prep the salad base and crema while the beef is browning to save time.
  • Always check ingredient labels to ensure your spices and yogurt are certified gluten-free if necessary.
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