Taco Nite
Get ready to spice up your dinner routine with Taco Nite, a quick and customizable weeknight favorite that's perfect for the whole family! Featuring savory seasoned ground beef nestled in warm, soft tortillas, this recipe comes complete with a colorful array of fresh toppings — from crisp shredded lettuce and juicy diced tomatoes to creamy avocado and zesty salsa. With just 15 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cook time, Taco Nite is fast, fun, and versatile. Whether you’re hosting a taco bar or craving a DIY dinner, this recipe brings bold flavors and endless possibilities to your table. Perfect for taco lovers, this easy dinner is sure to become a staple in your weekly meal plan.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 0.25 cup water
- 8 pieces small taco-sized tortillas
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup sliced black olives
- 1 medium avocado, diced or guacamole
- 0.5 cup salsa
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until it is browned and fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon. This should take about 8–10 minutes.
Once the ground beef is cooked, drain any excess grease from the skillet.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the seasoning is evenly distributed and the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
Warm the tortillas by placing them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side or by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20–30 seconds.
Prepare a toppings station with shredded lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, sour cream, sliced black olives, diced avocado or guacamole, and salsa.
Assemble the tacos by placing a portion of the seasoned ground beef onto each tortilla and adding your desired toppings. Alternatively, let everyone customize their tacos to their liking.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Taco Nite!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2834 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.4 g | 249% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.8 g | 394% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 480 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 6506 mg | 283% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.7 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.0 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.8 g | ||
| Protein | 132.4 g | 265% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1331 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 3022 mg | 64% | |
*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.
