Dairy-Free Crunchy Beef Tacos
Discover the ultimate weeknight dinner with these Dairy-Free Crunchy Beef Tacos—a bold and flavorful twist on a classic favorite. Perfectly seasoned ground beef, enriched with spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, is simmered with crushed tomatoes to create a rich, savory filling. Each crispy taco shell is loaded with fresh toppings, including shredded romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado slices, and a sprinkle of bright, aromatic cilantro. No cheese needed—these tacos are packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, making them ideal for dairy-free diets. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, these tacos are perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Serve with lime wedges for an irresistible zesty finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup crushed tomatoes
- 8 crunchy taco shells
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for approximately 4-5 minutes until the onions become translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for about 6-7 minutes until it is browned and no pink remains.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper, mixing well to coat the beef evenly with the spices.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Meanwhile, warm the crunchy taco shells according to the package instructions.
Once the beef is ready, fill each taco shell with the beef mixture.
Top with shredded lettuce, diced cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2050 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.1 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.6 g | 208% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 2355 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.0 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.3 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 95.3 g | 191% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 237 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 3250 mg | 69% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
