High protein low carb taco salad
🛒 What You’ll Need
- 1 lb Extra lean ground beef 🥩
- ½ cup Cottage cheese (the secret to extra protein and creaminess!) 🧀
- 1 bag Quest Tortilla Style Protein Chips (Hot & Spicy flavor for that kick!) 🌶️💪
- ½ cup Cherry tomatoes, halved 🍅
- Taco Seasoning: Cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt 🧂🌶️
- Optional: Shredded lettuce or diced avocado for extra volume! 🥬🥑
👩🍳 Instructions
- Sauté the Beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Drain any excess fat. 🥩🍳🔥
- Season it Up: Stir in your taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the flavor is locked in. 🌬️🧂✨
- Build the Base: In a large bowl, start with your seasoned ground beef. 🥣📐
- The Creamy Layer: Add a generous dollop of cottage cheese right on top of the warm beef—it acts as a high-protein substitute for sour cream! 🥄🤤💎
- Veggie Power: Toss in your halved cherry tomatoes for a burst of fresh flavor. 🍅🎨✨
- The “Protein Crunch”: Surround your salad with Hot & Spicy protein chips to get that authentic taco shell feel without the heavy carbs! 🌶️🤝🧤
- Serve: Mix it all together for a creamy, crunchy, spicy bite that hits the spot! 🍽️😋✨
🔥 Pro Tips:
- The “Flavor” Secret: If you like extra heat, use the Hot & Spicy protein chips to scoop up the beef and cottage cheese directly! 🌶️🛡️💎
- The “Meal Prep” Hack: Cook a large batch of the seasoned beef and store it in the fridge. When you’re ready to eat, just add the fresh toppings and chips for a 2-minute meal! ⏲️🎯✨
