I was scrolling on Pinterest recently and got inspired when I saw a video of a Big Mac Taco, but I wanted to make it more low cal and low carb-friendly! A lot of times we scroll Pinterest and never make the recipes! But in 2026, I’m committed to seeing a recipe, and actually making them! So here’s my take on “Smash Burger Big Mac Tacos”. Take a look at the video below too!
Big Mac Smash Burger Tacos
Low-Carb. High-Protein. No Diet Energy.
If Big Macs and taco night had a baby—and that baby respected protein goals—you’d get Big Mac Smash Burger Tacos.
This recipe is peak Acting Skinny™: real food, real flavor, zero weird ingredients, and macros that actually support fat loss instead of sabotaging it. You get crispy smashed beef, melty cheese, crunchy lettuce, pickles, and that unmistakable Big-Mac-style sauce… all wrapped in a low-carb tortilla that crisps right in the pan.
No grill. No bun. No regret.
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Why This Recipe Works
• Protein-first keeps you full and prevents late-night snacking
• Low-carb tortillas give flexibility without restriction burnout
• Smash method = max flavor with minimal ingredients
• Portion controlled (one or two tacos is plenty)
This is how you eat normally while still moving the scale.
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Big Mac Smash Burger Tacos (Low Carb)
Ingredients
• 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
• 6 low-carb tortillas
• Salt & black pepper
• Paprika
• Garlic powder (optional)
• 6 slices American cheese
• Shredded lettuce
• Dill pickles
• Thinly sliced onion
Big Mac–Style Sauce
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp yellow mustard
• 1–2 tbsp pickle relish
• ½ tsp paprika
• Optional: splash of pickle juice or hot sauce
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How to Make Them
1. Build the tacos
Divide beef into 6 loose balls. Press each ball directly onto one side of a tortilla. Season generously.
2. Smash + sear
Heat a skillet over medium-high. Place tacos beef-side down, smash firmly, and cook 2–3 minutes until crispy.
3. Flip + melt
Flip so the tortilla hits the pan. Add cheese immediately. Cook 1–2 minutes until melted and lightly crisp.
4. Finish
Add lettuce, onion, pickles, and sauce. Fold and eat immediately.
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Estimated Macros (Per Taco)
• Calories: ~310
• Protein: 22–24g
• Fat: 20–22g
• Net Carbs: 4–6g
(Macros vary by tortilla brand.)
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Acting Skinny™ Notes
• Use 80/20 beef—lean beef dries out and causes overeating later.
• American cheese melts best. This is about results.
• Paprika adds warmth without sweetness.
• If carbs need to go lower, use lettuce wraps—but tortillas improve long-term consistency.
Consistency > restriction. Always.
Watch Video Above
Until Next Time friends,
Happy Eating!
Shelly