Description
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a festive spread of delicious food ideas, including tacos, guacamole, and other traditional Mexican dishes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef or shredded chicken
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 12 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 avocado, mashed
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or chicken until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning and follow package instructions, usually adding water and simmering until thickened.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave.
- Prepare guacamole by mixing mashed avocado, lime juice, salt, and chopped cilantro in a bowl.
- Assemble tacos by placing a scoop of meat on each tortilla, then topping with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream.
- Serve with guacamole on the side and lime wedges for squeezing.
Notes
- Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings like jalapeños, salsa, or hot sauce.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute meat with black beans or lentils seasoned with taco spices.
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