Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh lettuce or spinach leaves
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Pickles and sliced onions
- Shredded cheese (cheddar, American, or your favorite)
- Condiments: ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise
- Optional toppings: avocado slices, jalapeños, bacon bits
- Cooked rice or quinoa (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent.
- Add ground beef or turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned. Stir occasionally to break apart the meat for even cooking. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In serving bowls, start with a base of fresh lettuce or spinach leaves. Spoon the cooked meat over the greens.
- Add toppings such as cherry tomatoes, pickles, sliced onions, and shredded cheese. Drizzle with condiments and add optional toppings like avocado slices or jalapeños.
- If desired, serve with cooked rice or quinoa for a more filling meal. Serve immediately for best flavor.
Notes
- Feel free to swap the ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based alternatives for a vegetarian option.
- Prepping ingredients ahead of time helps streamline busy weeknights.
- Use fresh, crisp greens for the best texture and flavor.
- Customize toppings and condiments to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-Carb, High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg