Description
Taco Ranch Bites are a flavorful and fun appetizer that combines the essence of tacos with a creamy ranch twist. Perfect for game nights and gatherings, these bite-sized treats are sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef 🥩
- 1 packet taco seasoning 🌮
- ½ cup sour cream 🥄
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 🧀
- 1 cup diced tomatoes 🍅
- 1 cup shredded lettuce 🥗
- 12 small tortilla shells 🌯
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 🌿
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: ground beef, taco seasoning, sour cream, cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, and tortilla shells.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until brown, then drain excess fat and add taco seasoning as per package instructions.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, sour cream, cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, and seasoning. Mix until well combined.
- Fill each tortilla shell with the beef mixture, top with lettuce and cilantro, and arrange on a platter.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; keep filling and shells separate for best texture.
- Serve with guacamole, salsa, or ranch dressing for dipping.
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg