Description
Low Carb Taco Pie is a delightful and nutritious dish that combines all the flavors of classic tacos in a convenient pie form. This recipe features lean ground beef or turkey, eggs, and cheese, creating a savory meal that is perfect for family dinners or meal prep. With its customizable toppings and low-carb profile, this dish caters to various dietary preferences while keeping everyone satisfied.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 4 large eggs
- 2/3 cup almond milk
- 1 cup Mexican blend shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup medium salsa
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly spray a 9" deep pie dish with cooking spray.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute before draining excess grease.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and remove from heat.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and almond milk. Add green onions, salsa, salt, and 3/4 cup of cheese to the mixture. Combine well.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes until the center is set and cheese melts. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg