Weeknight Tex Mex Burritos or Tacos or Taco Burgers
Transform your weeknight dinners into a Tex-Mex fiesta with this versatile recipe for Weeknight Tex Mex Burritos, Tacos, or Taco Burgers! Packed with bold flavors, this dish combines seasoned ground beef, zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, hearty black beans, and sweet corn—creating a mouthwatering filling that's ready in just 30 minutes. Whether you prefer tender flour tortillas, crunchy taco shells, or a creative taco burger twist with toasted buns, this customizable meal has you covered. Top it off with shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, creamy sour cream, and tangy salsa for the ultimate Tex-Mex experience. Perfect for a quick family dinner or casual entertaining, this recipe is as flexible as it is flavorful. Don't forget a squeeze of fresh lime for the perfect finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 can (10 ounces) canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 8 flour tortillas or taco shells
- 4 hamburger buns (optional for taco burgers)
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 optional, to taste avocado or guacamole
- 4 lime wedges
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the cooked beef and stir to coat evenly.
Add the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and corn to the skillet. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Warm the tortillas or taco shells according to package instructions. If making taco burgers, toast the hamburger buns lightly.
Assemble your burritos by placing the beef mixture in the center of each tortilla, topping with lettuce, cheese, sour cream, salsa, and optional guacamole. Roll tightly and serve.
For tacos, fill each taco shell with the beef mixture and desired toppings.
For taco burgers, place a scoop of the beef mixture on the bottom half of each hamburger bun, add toppings, and cover with the top bun.
Serve with lime wedges on the side for a zesty squeeze of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1223 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.1 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.7 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 135 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 1933 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.6 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 51.3 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 491 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1358 mg | 29% | |
*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.
