Go Back
–+ servings

Taco Bites

Delicious bite-sized tacos filled with seasoned meat and fresh toppings, perfect for parties or a quick snack.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Taco Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 tsp taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup onion diced
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper diced
Taco Bites Assembly
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1/2 cup sour cream for serving
  • 1/2 cup salsa for serving
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Filling
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Assemble the Taco Bites
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place mini taco shells on a baking sheet.
  3. Fill each taco shell with the beef mixture and top with shredded cheese.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until cheese is melted.
Serve
  1. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
  2. Serve with sour cream, salsa, and garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings with avocado, jalapeños, or your favorite hot sauce.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!