Easy Walking Tacos Recipe
Enjoy a fun and flavorful experience with walking tacos! Crunchy tortilla chips filled with seasoned beef and vibrant toppings make this dish perfect for gatherings or family nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sturdy tortilla chips
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup salsa (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup chopped lettuce (iceberg or romaine)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1 avocado (sliced, optional)
Instructions
- Gather and chop all your ingredients, making them easily accessible.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water according to package instructions; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Gently crush individual bags of tortilla chips and open them wide to hold the fillings.
- Spoon in seasoned beef, then layer on cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, and sour cream.
- Serve immediately with spoons or forks and enjoy the interactive dining experience!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 walking taco (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian version, replace ground beef with black beans or lentils. - Add jalapeños for an extra kick! - Assemble right before serving to keep chips crispy.
Find it online: https://cookingwithruth.com/walking-tacos/