Fiesta Tacos

Get ready to spice up your table with these vibrant and flavorful Fiesta Tacos! Featuring perfectly seasoned ground beef—or your choice of turkey or plant-based alternative—simmered with aromatic spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this recipe brings bold Mexican-inspired flavors to life. Nestled in warm tortillas and topped with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, these tacos are as versatile as they are delicious. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, they come together in just 35 minutes and can be easily customized with your favorite toppings. Serve with lime wedges on the side for a refreshing citrus kick that completes this irresistible taco experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (or substitute with ground turkey or plant-based alternative)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained
• 8 pieces small corn or flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded lettuce
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (for topping)
• 1 medium avocado, diced or sliced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 medium lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat the meat evenly with the spices.

Step 6

Stir in the drained diced tomatoes and let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Remove from heat.

Step 7

Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat or wrap them in foil and heat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.

Step 8

Assemble the tacos by adding a scoop of the beef mixture to the center of each tortilla.

Step 9

Top each taco with shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, avocado, and a dollop of sour cream.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with a wedge of lime on the side for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1900.3 grams (1900.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2820

Total Fat 194.50g	249%
Saturated Fat 82.10g	410%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 496mg	165%
Sodium 2077mg	90%
Total Carbohydrate 165.20g	60%
Dietary Fiber 36.10g	129%
Total Sugars 33.00g
Protein 133.60g	267%

Vitamin D 32IU	159%
Calcium 1413mg	109%
Iron 21mg	116%
Potassium 3989mg	85%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.4%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 22.4%