Ingredients
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For the Taco Boats:
- 8 small flour tortillas (or soft taco-sized)
- 1 lb ground beef (or chicken or turkey)
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade seasoning mix)
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup guacamole (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Taco Filling
- Cook the Meat: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef (or chicken/turkey) over medium heat. Break it up as it cooks. Once the meat is fully cooked, drain any excess fat.
- Add the Seasoning: Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the meat and add a bit of water according to the seasoning packet instructions. Stir to combine and let the mixture simmer for a few minutes until thickened and well-coated with seasoning.
- Warm the Salsa: Add the salsa to the seasoned meat and stir it in, letting the mixture cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
Shape the Taco Boats
- Prep the Tortillas: Heat the flour tortillas in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds to soften them. This will make them easier to shape.
- Form the Boats: Place each tortilla over a small oven-safe bowl or pan. Carefully shape the edges into a boat-like shape by pressing the sides up, ensuring the center is slightly open for filling.
Assemble the Taco Boats
- Fill with Meat: Spoon the seasoned taco filling into the center of each tortilla boat, making sure to fill them generously.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the meat and place the taco boats in the oven or under a broiler for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish: Once the cheese is melted, remove the taco boats from the oven and top them with fresh shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, sour cream, green onions, and guacamole.
- Prep Time: 10 min.
- Cook Time: 20 min.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 taco boats
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g