Creamy Cheesy Beef Tacos high protein

Macros (per serving – 2 tacos, approx)

• Calories: 450–520
• Protein: 40–45g
• Carbs: 20–25g (less with low-carb tortillas)
• Fat: 18–22g

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 Ingredients

Beef Filling

• 1½ lb (680g) lean ground beef (90–96%)
• 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, if beef is very lean)
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced

Seasoning

• 2 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp oregano
• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• Optional: cayenne or red pepper flakes

Creamy Cheesy Sauce

• ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt (or blended cottage cheese)
• ½ cup light cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheese
  (cheddar, Mexican blend, or Colby Jack)
• ¼ cup beef broth or milk
• Optional: 1 tbsp hot sauce

For Serving

• High-protein or low-carb tortillas
• Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, jalapeños, cilantro

Instructions

1. Cook the beef
   Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add ground beef (and oil if needed). Cook until browned, breaking it up. Drain excess fat if necessary.
2. Build flavor
   Add onion and garlic. Cook 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in all seasonings and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Make it creamy
   Lower heat to medium-low. Add Greek yogurt, cream cheese, broth, and hot sauce (if using). Stir until smooth and creamy.
4. Add the cheese
   Stir in shredded cheese a little at a time until melted and glossy. Taste and adjust seasoning.
5. Assemble tacos
   Spoon creamy beef into warm tortillas. Add desired toppings

High-Protein Boost Options

• Add ½ cup blended cottage cheese to the sauce
• Use 96% lean beef or half beef / half extra-lean turkey
• Sprinkle extra shredded cheese or nutritional yeast

Low-Carb / Keto

• Serve in lettuce wraps or cheese taco shells
• Use full-fat cream cheese and yogurt

Taco Bowl

• Serve over cauliflower rice or protein rice
• Add avocado and pico de gallo

Spicy Queso-Style

• Add ¼ cup pickled jalapeños
• Stir in 1–2 tbsp jalapeño brine

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 Storage & Meal Prep

• Fridge: 4–5 days
• Freezer: up to 2 months
• Reheat gently to keep sauce creamy