Beautiful Beef Tacos

These Mexican beef tacos are a delicious blend of spicy, zesty beef, crisp salad, creamy avocado, and tangy grated cheese. They come together in under 40 minutes, offering a hearty and flavourful meal that's easy to prepare. Perfect for a casual dinner, these tacos will satisfy with their vibrant combination of textures and tastes.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings People

Ingredients

For the beef filling:

500 g ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp cumin powder
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp chilli powder adjust for heat preference
1 large lime juice only
2 tbsp fresh coriander chopped
salt to taste

For the salad:

1 cup lettuce chopped
1 large tomato diced
½ large cucumber sliced
salt to taste
pepper to taste
2 large avocados sliced
1 cup cheese grated cheddar or Mexican blend
8 medium tortillas soft or hard
1 Large lime quartered

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring to break up the meat, until browned (about 7-10 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
1 tbsp olive oil, 500 g ground beef
Add the cumin, paprika, oregano, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and chilli powder to the beef. Stir well to coat the meat in the spices and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Squeeze the lime juice over the beef, add chopped coriander, and season with salt to taste. Set aside.
1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp paprika, ½ tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp black pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp chilli powder, 1 large lime, salt
In a bowl, toss the lettuce, tomato, and cucumber together. Season with a little salt and pepper.
salt, 1 cup lettuce, 1 large tomato, ½ large cucumber, pepper
Warm the tortillas either in a dry pan or in the oven for a few minutes. Place a spoonful of the seasoned beef in the centre of each tortilla. Top with the salad mixture, avocado slices, and a generous sprinkle of grated cheese.
2 large avocados, 1 cup cheese, 8 medium tortillas
Serve the tacos immediately with any extra toppings on the side for a build-your-own style taco experience.
2 tbsp fresh coriander, 1 Large lime

Notes

Enjoy these vibrant and flavour-packed Mexican beef tacos, perfect for a quick, satisfying meal!

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