Resident Recipe
Carrot Tacos with Savory Beef Filling
These carrot tacos are proof that real food can be both playful and deeply satisfying. Crispy, cheesy carrot shells hold perfectly seasoned ground beef for a taco that’s rich in flavor, naturally gluten-free, and surprisingly filling.
They come together quickly with simple ingredients and feel just indulgent enough to quiet that “I need something crunchy” craving — without reaching for ultra-processed food. Fun to make, fun to eat, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Makes 4 tacos
Beef Filling
- 1 pound 96% lean ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
- 1–2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
- Dash of cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos (more to taste)
Carrot Taco Shells
- 3 large carrots, grated
- 1 cup grated pepper jack cheese
- 1 egg
Optional Toppings (not included in macros)
- Avocado slices
- Shredded purple cabbage
- Chopped green onion
- Salsa
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the beef filling:
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, onion, garlic, ginger, and cayenne. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, breaking the meat apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed (with 96% lean beef, liquid usually cooks off). - Finish the beef:
Stir in the coconut aminos and remove from heat. Set aside. - Make the carrot shells:
In a mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots, pepper jack cheese, and egg. Mix until fully combined. - Form the shells:
Divide the mixture into four equal portions on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each into a thin round, shaping them evenly. - Bake:
Bake for about 5 minutes, checking at the 3-minute mark. These cook quickly, so watch closely. Remove once the edges are lightly golden and set. - Assemble the tacos:
Let the carrot shells cool slightly, then gently lift them from the parchment. Fill each with the seasoned beef and add optional toppings as desired.
Macro Breakdown
Calculated using main ingredients only. Optional toppings not included.
Per Taco (1 of 4):
- Calories: ~325
- Protein: ~30 g
- Fat: ~17 g
- Carbohydrates: ~11 g
- Fiber: ~3 g
- Net Carbs: ~8 g
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