Ground Beef Tacos
Ground beef tacos are the ultimate weeknight meal that combines ease and flavor in a delicious package. With seasoned ground beef nestled in crispy or soft shells, and topped with fresh vegetables and creamy sauces, these tacos are sure to please everyone at the table. Perfect for Taco Tuesday or any casual gathering, this recipe takes less than 30 minutes to prepare and can be customized to fit your taste preferences. Dive into a fiesta of flavors and enjoy a satisfying meal that keeps everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (makes about 8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)
- 8 taco shells (hard or soft)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Drain excess fat if necessary, then stir in taco seasoning with water according to package instructions. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- While the meat simmers, prepare your toppings: shred lettuce, dice tomatoes, and chop cilantro.
- Assemble tacos by filling each shell with seasoned beef, then top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and avocado.
- Serve immediately on a platter for everyone to enjoy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg