“These burger salad tacos are a fun way to enjoy all the familiar flavours of a cheeseburger – but in a fresh and light way! Along with a seasoned beef mince – cheese, gherkins, tomato and even a burger sauce feature. Be sure to use the firmest leaves to fill, which will make enjoying these ‘taco-style’ a lot easier. – Monya
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Beef mince is a valuable source of protein, which is essential for muscle health and satiety on a keto diet. It is rich in vitamins such as B12, zinc, and iron, which are important for overall health.
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Lettuce is a low-carb vegetable, making it suitable for a keto diet. It provides essential vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin K, vitamin A, and folate. Lettuce contains fibre, which can help with digestive health and promote a feeling of fullness. Tomatoes are relatively low in carbohydrates, but they do contain some natural sugars. You can include them in your keto diet in moderation. They are a good source of vitamins C and K, as well as antioxidants like lycopene, which may have health benefits.
Gherkins or pickles are low in carbohydrates, making them a suitable keto-friendly snack or condiment. They contain electrolytes like sodium, which can help maintain electrolyte balance, especially during the initial stages of keto adaptation.
Cheese is an excellent source of both fat and protein, making it a staple in many keto diets. It is also a good source of calcium, which is essential for bone health.
It is important to note that to maintain ketosis, it’s essential to track carbohydrate intake and ensure it aligns with your daily macro goals. Consulting with a healthcare professional is advised before making significant dietary changes. Scroll to the bottom to see the full macros and allergens for these Burger Salad Tacos, as well as all the Beef & Lamb recipes on Fats of Life®.
Burger Salad Tacos
Per serving
Ingredients
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed with a garlic press
- 500 g (17.6 oz) beef mince, high fat, (12-20%)
- 60 g (2.1 oz) gherkin pickles, drained and finely chopped
- 90 g (3.2 oz) mayonnaise
- 90 g (3.2 oz) no added sugar ketchup
- 2 Cos lettuce, leaves separated
- 50 g (1.8 oz) full-fat strong Cheddar cheese, finely grated
- 100 g (3.5 oz) baby plum tomatoes, sliced or chopped
- salt, salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick pan or wok over medium low heat. Add the garlic and cook until just softened. Add the mince and increase the heat to high. Cook until the beef has completely browned and safely cooked through, approx. 6minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir in half the chopped gherkins.
- Make a quick burger sauce by combining the mayonnaise and ketchup in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Arrange the best selected lettuce leaves out on a large platter. Add small dollops of the burger sauce, ensuring each leaf has equal amounts. Spoon in the cooked mince mixture, then top with the grated cheese, remaining gherkins, and sliced tomatoes.
- Serve soon after assembling to ensure the ‘lettuce’ wraps are still fresh and crunchy. Season with salt flakes and pepper, if needed. So simple and delicious!
USEFUL TIPS:
- When frying mince, be sure to use your wooden spoon to ‘chop’ into the mince to break it up.
- Ideally, for keto, you want to use the highest fat mince you can, with 20% fat being ideal. However, if you cannot source 20%, use at least 12%.
My name is Monya Kilian Palmer. If you loved this recipe, please follow and tag me @mkilianpalmer on Instagram so we can all see your lovely creations!
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Nutritional Information per serving
Calories 518Kcal / 2167kJ
Fat 38g
Carbohydrates 6.9g
Protein 36g
Allergens
Eggs
Milk
Celery
Mustard
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Disclaimer: The nutritional analysis, macro and allergen breakdown of the recipes on this site have been manually and carefully calculated using the cloud-based software NUTRITICS®. NUTRITICS® is fully approved by the relevant Trading Standards organizations and is EU and FDA-compliant. The macro calculations are provided as a courtesy to you based on the author's weighing of ingredients when creating the dishes. If Erythritol (a sugar polyol) has been used in any of the recipes, it has already been manually excluded from the final carbohydrate count. The author is a chef - not a medical professional - and this website has been designed to provide you with recipe ideas to suit the low carb lifestyle you have discussed with your GP.