Taco Bowls - High Protein, Low Carb

I’m on a high protein kick so any dish that’s easy and has a lot of protein is a win for me. This taco bowl, which is more of a skillet, (another option) is delicious, easy, and healthy. It also happens to be loaded with protein and low carb.

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a cast iron skillet on a table. In the skillet is ground beef, cheese, and salsa topped with shredded lettuce and sour cream. A wooden spoon is in the skillet to the side for serving.

This taco bowl is so easy and healthy and makes a great meal prep dish. It’s simple, first cook ground beef then layer a mix of salsa and cottage cheese on top. Bake it and add some more shredded cheese if you want. It’s perfect. You can make this into a taco salad, scoop it up with chips, or use it to fill a wrap. The filling itself is so tasty!

Ingredients needed for the Taco Bowls

Ground beef (or ground chicken or turkey)
Taco seasoning
Cottage cheese
Salsa
Shredded cheese optional for topping
Favorite toppings – shredded lettuce, sour cream, avocado, chips

How to make the Spinach Artichoke Crescent Rolls

Preheat oven to 350
Start by cooking the ground beef in a skillet.
Add the taco seasoning and salt. Cook for about 10 minutes.
Top with cottage cheese and salsa.
Bake at 350 for 20 minutes.
You can add some shredded cheese at the end.
When it’s done, add toppings, scoop with chips, add to a wrap, or enjoy as is!

a cast iron skillet on a table. In the skillet is ground beef, cheese, and salsa topped with shredded lettuce and sour cream. There are chips to the other side/

a cast iron skillet on a table. In the skillet is ground beef, cheese, and salsa topped with shredded lettuce and sour cream.

Why we love this Taco Bowl recipe…

Loaded with protein and flavor.
Stores very well so it makes a great meal prep recipe.
Versatile, you can use ground beef, turkey, or chicken.
Easy to customize and add whatever toppings you like. Also, different ways to serve it.

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Tips & FAQ for the Crescent Rolls

How do I store the taco bowls?

Store in the fridge, covered, then reheat by microwave, skillet, or oven.

How do I reheat these?

The microwave is fine or on the stovetop or oven. Easy!

Do I have to use cottage cheese?

No, but that’s what helps add a cheesy flavor and boost the protein.

High Protein Taco Bowl

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Mexican

Servings 4-6 servings

Ingredients

1 16oz container of cottage cheese
1 lb ground beef
2 tbsp taco seasoning
1 cup salsa
Shredded cheese and other favorite toppings

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350.
Start by cooking the ground beef in a skillet. Add the taco seasoning and salt. Cook for about 10 minutes.
Top with cottage cheese and salsa. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes.
Add shredded cheese if you want at the end. Add other toppings once it's done cooking.