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Weeknight Ground Beef and Veggie Tacos


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Simple and flavorful tacos ready in 30 minutes with a flexible base of seasoned ground beef and vibrant veggies.


Ingredients

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1 lb ground beef

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp sea salt

8 small tortillas (corn or flour)

1 avocado, sliced

1/2 cup shredded lettuce

1/4 cup chopped onions

1/4 cup chopped cilantro

1 lime cut into wedges

1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt

1/2 cup crumbled feta or dairy-free alternative


Instructions

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Add ground beef and cook until browned.

Stir in cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Cook for 2–3 more minutes.

Warm tortillas on a separate dry skillet until soft and pliable.

Prepare toppings: slice avocado, chop onions and cilantro.

Assemble tacos by layering beef, veggies, yogurt, feta, and a squeeze of lime.

Serve immediately or store components separately.

Notes

Substitute beef with plant-based crumbles or lentils for vegetarian version.

Add jalapeños for heat or mango salsa for sweetness.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Pan-fried
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

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