These Low Calorie Burger Tacos are just 431 calories and are packed with 50.2g of protein!. Perfect for those who are looking to lower the carbs a little, this low carb burger taco is the perfect meal and easy dinner.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
Low Calorie Burger Tacos
Healthy Burger Tacos Meal Prep and Storage
Meal Prep: You can meal prep this healthy recipe easily. Simply assemble, wrap in parchment paper and add to a plastic bag or container.
Storage: Will hold for 2 days in the fridge (may get soggy, so 1 day is ideal), does not do well in the freezer.
Low Calorie Burger Tacos
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Low Calorie Burger Tacos
Ingredients
Burger Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
Burger Patties:
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- Burger Seasoning above
- 1 tablespoon Steak Sauce
- 4 slices thin sharp cheddar cheese or your favorite cheese
- 4-8 romaine lettuce leaves
- 4 "fajita" sized flour tortillas or corn tortillas
Optional Burger Toppings:
- Tomatoes
- Red Onions
- Pickles
- Avocado
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Cooked Bacon
- Grilled Onions
- Low Calorie Secret Sauce
Instructions
How to Make Low Calorie Burger Tacos:
- In a large glass bowl combine the ground beef, burger seasoning and steak sauce. Mix together until just combined.
- Use your hands to divide the ground meat into 4 portions, then form each portion into discs.
- Press unto the center of each patty with your thumb to imprint a deep dimple (this will help keep your burgers flat when you cook them.)
- Cook according to the directions below (BBQ, Oven, Stovetop, and Air Fryer directions below).
- To assemble top each tortilla with a lettuce leaf, burger patty, desired toppings, and then fold over.
- Serve hot.
Grill/Barbecue Directions:
- Preheat your grill to 400 degrees, start this at least 10 minutes before you add the burgers for BBQ.
- Place the burgers patties directly onto the grill above the direct heat.
- Cook the hamburger patty on 1 side for at least 5 minutes, then turn the patty over and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Repeat this process for about 20 to 25 minutes or until desired doneness is reached.
- Move to a plate to rest for 5 minutes, they will continue cooking while they rest.
Oven Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°, and place a cooling rack onto a cookie sheet
- Once the oven is hot, bake your hamburgers in the oven for 15 minutes. Your burger temperature should be 155°F for medium, cook for an additional five minutes if you like your burgers well done.
- Move to a plate, top with cheese, and rest for 5 minutes. They will continue cooking while they rest.
Stove Top Directions:
- Pre-heat a skillet or cast iron skillet over high heat.
- Add the burgers patties to the hot skillet and cook for 5 minutes.
- Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes for medium.
- Move to a plate, top with cheese, and rest for 5 minutes. They will continue cooking while they rest.
Air Fryer Directions:
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°.
- Place your burgers patties into the air fryer, and cook for 4 minutes each side for medium.
- Move to a plate, top with cheese, and rest for 5 minutes. They will continue cooking while they rest.
Nutrition
About the Author
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