Spaghetti Tacos
Spaghetti Tacos are the ultimate fusion dish that combines the comforting flavors of Italian cuisine with the bold, zesty flair of Tex-Mex. Perfect for unconventional taco nights or a fun family dinner, this recipe features tender spaghetti coated in a savory marinara-meets-taco-seasoning sauce and nestled in crispy hard-shell tacos. Each bite is an explosion of flavor, with juicy seasoned ground beef, creamy sour cream, and sharp cheddar cheese, all topped off with a fresh touch of chopped cilantro. Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, this recipe is sure to become a crowd favorite—and a guaranteed conversation starter. Whether you're looking to shake up taco night or impress friends with a playful twist on classics, Spaghetti Tacos deliver big on taste and creativity!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 10 pieces hard taco shells
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups water
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add 1 tsp of salt and the spaghetti. Cook according to package instructions (approximately 8–10 minutes) until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks, about 5–7 minutes.
Stir in 2 tbsp of taco seasoning and mix well until the beef is evenly coated. Add 2 cups of marinara sauce to the skillet and let it simmer for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti with the beef marinara sauce mixture. Toss until the spaghetti is fully coated.
Warm the hard taco shells according to the package instructions to make them pliable and crispy.
Fill each taco shell with a generous portion of the spaghetti mixture. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Serve immediately and enjoy your unique and tasty Spaghetti Tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
619 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.1 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 978 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 27.4 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 261 mg | 6% | |
*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.
