Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade blend)
- 8 small tortillas (flour or corn)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by chopping lettuce and tomatoes while having the tortillas ready.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in taco seasoning and add half a cup of water. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Warm the tortillas in another pan or microwave until soft.
- Assemble tacos by spooning beef into each tortilla and topping with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and additional toppings as desired.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg