Description
Easy and flavorful Beef Tacos perfect for weeknight family meals or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- Taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- Soft corn or flour tortillas
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and half a cup of water, stirring until combined. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Heat tortillas in a skillet or microwave until soft.
- Assemble the tacos by piling the seasoned beef onto warm tortillas, and top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and cheese.
- Serve immediately with optional toppings like salsa or guacamole.
Notes
For a healthier version, consider using ground turkey or chicken, whole grain tortillas, and adding extra veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg