Keto Taco Pasta Salad

Keto Taco Pasta Salad is a simple & tasty dish. It combines the comforting texture of a creamy pasta salad with the robust flavor of tacos. It has cheese shreds, lettuce, tomatoes, ground beef, & keto pasta all mixed in a refreshing, zesty dressing. Each mouthful gives the ideal ratio of freshness & spiciness with minimal carbs. This Keto Taco Pasta Salad is filling, colorful, & keeps well, making it perfect for meal prep, picnics, or simple weekday dinners. It has the deep, tangy flavor of a taco without the tortilla because of the addition of creamy sour cream & mayonnaise.

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STATS:

• Calories: 420 kcal
• Preparation duration: Fifteen minutes
• Portion size: One & ½ cups
• Cooking duration: Ten minutes
• Cuisine: Mexican-American
• Total time: 25 minutes
• Course: Salad
• Diet: Keto
• Serving: 4

EQUIPMENT:

• Large skillet
• Strainer
• Wooden spoon
• Mixing bowls

INGREDIENTS:

• Salt
• Two cups of cooked keto pasta
• One lb. ground beef
• Half a cup of sour cream
• 1 packet keto taco seasoning
• Black pepper
• Half a cup of cheddar cheese
• Quarter cup of mayonnaise
• Half a cup of cherry tomatoes
• Quarter cup red onion
• Half a cup of romaine lettuce
• ¼ cup of black olives
• 1 tbsp. of olive oil

INGREDIENT NOTES:

KETO SPAGHETTI:

• Use hearts of palm, lupin, or shirataki for low-carb spaghetti. Rinse thoroughly to enhance texture & get rid of any stink. It aids in the uniform absorption of the dressing by the pasta.

LEAN BEEF:

• Go for lean beef for less grease and a milder flavor. It maintains the salad’s balance and retains spices nicely. Ground chicken or turkey serves as a nice substitute for beef.

TACO SEASONING:

• Make sure the taco seasoning is homemade or sugar-free for keto compliance. It enriches the taste of real tacos.

SOUR CREAM:

• It balances the spices by adding creaminess and a little tang. The texture of full-fat sour cream is richer. It aids in uniformly coating every ingredient.

MAYONNAISE:

• Use avocado or olive oil-based mayonnaise. It gently incorporates sour cream to create a creamy dressing. It maintains the salad’s flavor while keeping it light.

CHEDDAR CHEESE SHREDS:

• Fine shreds of cheddar cheese melt more easily and taste better. It enhances the salad’s acidity and richness. A little goes a long way for taste.

CHERRY TOMATOES:

• It adds a light sweet taste & lots of color. Use cherry tomatoes sparingly to keep carbs under control. Cut in half to ensure even dispersion throughout the salad.

RED ONIONS:

• Red onions give a subtle acridness and crunch which pairs nicely with this dressing. Thinly chop the red onion to avoid overpowering other flavors. It improves color contrast as well.

LETTUCE:

• Lettuce gives the salad more crispness and freshness. It increases volume without consuming carbohydrates.

OLIVES:

• It gives the meal a saline depth & salinity. Thinly slice the black olives for even nibbles. It adds taste and healthy fats.

OLIVE OIL:

• Olive oil is used to cook and maintain the beef’s moisture content. It aids in properly coating the meat with taco seasoning. It increases the amount of good fat for keto balance.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Prepare the keto spaghetti according to the instructions mentioned on the box.
2. Drain the spaghetti and wash it with cold water, and put it in a corner.
3. Heat the oil in griddle on a moderate flame.
4. Include the ground beef and cook till it gets brown and breaks the clumps in between.
5. Mix the taco seasoning into the beef till it is combined and cool for some time.
6. Include the sour cream & mayonnaise in the big dish to make the dressing.
7. Add the tomatoes, spaghetti, olives, onions, cheese, beef, and lettuce, and toss to mix everything.
8. Include black pepper & salt to season the salad.
9. Chill the Keto Taco Pasta Salad for thirty minutes, then serve for an additional taste.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

APPETIZERS:

• Guacamole cups
• Stuffed mini peppers
• Jalapeño cheddar bites

SIDES:

• Cauliflower rice
• Zucchini fries
• Keto coleslaw

MAIN COURSE:

• Grilled chicken skewers
• Bun-less burgers
• Keto fish tacos

SNACKS:

• Cheese crisps
• Pork rinds
• Avocado slices

BREAKFAST/BRUNCH:

• Keto omelet
• Egg muffins
• Chaffle sandwiches

DESSERTS:

• Keto chocolate mousse
• Almond flour brownies
• Coconut fat bombs

DRINKS:

• Sparkling water with lime
• Iced keto coffee
• Herbal tea

TIPS:

• We have to chill the salad to boost the taste & texture.
• Include the dice of avocados before serving so they don’t get brown.
• Stir some jalapeno slices or chili flakes for additional spice content.
• Utilize the remaining taco meat to prepare this salad for convenience.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Store the pasta salad in the covered box for three days.

FREEZER:

• We don’t have to freeze this salad as the dairy-based dressing will get split & vegetables will not remain fresh.

FAQs:

Will we prepare this salad in advance?

• We can easily prepare this salad 24 hours before the requirement and put it in the fridge. It will help to increase the taste and texture.

Is there any sour cream alternative?

• Yes, we can make use of plain Greek yogurt instead to provide the tangy flavor, but it is still keto.

Will we prepare the vegetarian version of this dish?

• Make use of tofu crumbs or tempeh along with taco spices instead to prepare the vegetarian version.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 420 kcal
Net Carbs: 6 g
Iron: 2.3 g
Total Carbs: 10 g
Vitamin A: 0.4 g
Fiber: 4 g
Calcium: 0.25 g
Protein: 29 g
Sodium: 610 g
Potassium: 420 g
Serving size: 1 ½ cups
Serving: 4