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Foods for Cinco de Mayo Party: 5 Must-Try Fiesta Tacos


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 25
  • Yield: 8 tacos 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these delicious and vibrant fiesta tacos, filled with seasoned beef, fresh toppings, and zesty salsa. Perfect for a party!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • Salsa of your choice

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spatula.
  2. Add taco seasoning to the beef and follow the package instructions, typically adding a bit of water and simmering until thickened.
  3. While the beef is cooking, warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave until soft.
  4. Assemble the tacos by adding a portion of the seasoned beef to each tortilla.
  5. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.
  6. Sprinkle fresh cilantro on top and serve with lime wedges and your favorite salsa.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorites, such as jalapeños or avocado.
  • For a vegetarian option, replace the beef with black beans or sautéed vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 300
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Carbohydrates: 20
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 15
  • Cholesterol: 40

Keywords: Cinco de Mayo party, fiesta tacos, taco recipe, Mexican food, party foods