Description
Delightful Crispy Taco Cups filled with savory ground beef, fresh salsa, and melted cheese, perfect for sharing at gatherings.
Ingredients
- Flour or corn tortillas
- Ground beef or turkey (or shredded chicken/beans for vegetarian)
- Taco seasoning
- Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- Chopped bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes
- Fresh cilantro
- Sour cream or guacamole (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Press tortilla rounds into a muffin tin. Warm in the microwave if too stiff.
- Brush edges with olive oil and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
- In a skillet, brown ground meat, then add onions, garlic, and seasoning.
- Spoon the meat mixture into each shell, topping with cheese and veggies.
- Return filled cups to the oven for 5-7 minutes, until cheese is melted.
- Serve warm with guacamole, salsa, and other toppings.
Notes
For a healthier version, use whole grain tortillas and load up on veggies. Customize fillings as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: taco cups, appetizers, Mexican cuisine, party food, easy recipe