Healthy Big Mac Tacos?!?! I Low Carb I High Protein

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Beef (80/20 lean‑to‑fat ratio)
• 6 pieces Low Carb Tortillas (6‑inch, preferably almond‑flour or coconut‑flour based)
• 2 Tbsp Avocado Oil (For sautéing onions and cooking the tacos)
• 1 medium Yellow Onion (Thinly sliced for caramelizing)
• 1.5 tsp Salt (Divided between meat seasoning and sauce)
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (Freshly ground if possible)
• 6 slices Sharp Cheddar Cheese (Can be shredded; adds classic burger flavor)
• 1 cup Romaine Lettuce (Shredded)
• 1 medium Tomato (Diced; optional)
• 2 Tbsp Dill Pickles (Finely diced for sauce)
• 3 Tbsp Avocado Mayo (Base of the Big Mac‑style sauce)
• 2 Tbsp Sugar‑Free Ketchup (No added sugar)
• 1 Tbsp Yellow Mustard (Plain yellow mustard)
• 1 tsp White Vinegar (Adds tang to the sauce)
• 1 tsp Allulose (Low‑calorie sweetener for sauce; can use erythritol or stevia blend)

Instructions

1. Prepare Big Mac‑Style Sauce

   In a small bowl combine avocado mayo, sugar‑free ketchup, yellow mustard, finely diced dill pickles, white vinegar, and allulose. Whisk until smooth.

   Time: PT5M

2. Slice Vegetables

   Thinly slice the onion, shred the lettuce, dice the tomato, and set aside.

   Time: PT10M

3. Form Beef Patties on Tortillas

   Divide the 1 lb ground beef into six equal balls (about 75 g each). Season each ball with ¼ tsp salt and a pinch of pepper, place a ball in the center of a tortilla and press outward with your hands until the meat reaches the edges of the tortilla.

   Time: PT5M

4. Caramelize Onions

   Heat 1 Tbsp avocado oil in the large skillet over low‑medium heat. Add the sliced onion, sprinkle a pinch of salt, and stir occasionally. Cook 12 minutes until deep golden and sweet.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: Low‑Medium

5. Cook the Taco Bases

   Add another drizzle of avocado oil if needed. Place the prepared tortillas (meat side down) in the skillet, three at a time. Press gently with the spatula and cook 3 minutes until the meat starts to brown.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Medium

6. Flip and Melt Cheese

   Flip each taco, immediately top the meat with a slice of sharp cheddar. Cook another 2 minutes until the cheese melts and the meat is cooked through.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium

7. Assemble Tacos

   On each taco place a handful of shredded lettuce, a spoonful of diced tomato, drizzle the prepared sauce, and finish with a generous topping of caramelized onions.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

310

Protein

20 g

Carbohydrates

5 g net

Fat

20 g

Fiber

2 g