Taco Tots with Cheese Peppers Olives
Transform your taco night into something extraordinary with these loaded Taco Tots with Cheese, Peppers, and Olives! This crowd-pleasing recipe takes crispy tater tots and layers them with seasoned ground beef, melty cheddar cheese, and a vibrant mix of red and green bell peppers. Topped with sliced black olives, fresh green onions, and optional cilantro, this dish is bursting with color and flavor in every bite. Perfect as a hearty appetizer, game-day snack, or even a fun dinner idea, these cheesy taco tots come together in just 45 minutes, making them a quick and easy recipe the whole family will love. Don’t forget a dollop of cool sour cream on top for the ultimate finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 32 ounces frozen tater tots
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 green bell pepper
- 0.5 cup black olives, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the tater tots on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake according to the package instructions, typically 25-30 minutes, until golden and crispy.
While the tater tots are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet. Stir in the taco seasoning and water, mixing well. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the seasoning is fully absorbed. Remove from heat and set aside.
Dice the red and green bell peppers into small pieces. Set aside along with the sliced black olives and chopped green onions.
Once the tater tots are done baking, transfer them to an oven-safe dish or leave them on the tray. Spread the cooked taco beef evenly over the top.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the taco meat, followed by the diced peppers and black olives.
Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro, if using.
Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream on the side or on top. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 1084 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 278 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 648 mg | 14% | |
*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.
