Walking Tacos
Walking tacos are a delightful and portable twist on traditional taco night, offering an explosion of flavors that your taste buds will love. Picture seasoned ground beef nestled among crunchy tortilla chips, topped with fresh veggies, creamy cheese, and zesty salsa. Perfect for game days or casual gatherings, these customizable treats let everyone create their own delicious masterpiece without the need for plates. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, walking tacos bring joy to any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)
- 4 cups sturdy tortilla chips
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 cup salsa
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 7-10 minutes until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water according to package instructions; stir and let simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Prepare toppings: chop lettuce and tomatoes, and grate cheese if desired.
- Open bags of tortilla chips slightly to create space for toppings.
- Spoon seasoned beef into each chip bag followed by your choice of toppings.
- Serve immediately and enjoy straight from the bag!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 walking taco (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg