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Taco Recipe Dinner Board

Taco Recipe Dinner Board: A Fun Feast for Any Gathering

This Taco Recipe Dinner Board is a crowd-pleaser, offering customizable tacos with savory fillings and fresh toppings for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Shells
  • 12 pieces Taco shells Choose firm, crunchy shells for best results.
For the Meat
  • 1 pound Ground turkey Can be substituted with ground beef, chicken, or pork.
  • 1 medium Sweet onion Yellow onion can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Feel free to use any cooking oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning Both homemade and store-bought work well.
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavor.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Mexican cheese blend Can substitute with cheddar or dairy-free alternatives.
  • 2 cups Shredded lettuce Can swap with cabbage.
  • 2 medium Roma tomatoes Can use any fresh tomato variety.
  • 2 cups Salsas (various types) Use store-bought or homemade.
  • 1 cup Sour cream Greek yogurt is a healthier substitute.
  • 1 cup Guacamole Use pre-made or homemade.
  • 1/2 cup Sliced olives Optional garnish.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped red onion Omit if not preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Optional garnish.
For Additional Snacking
  • 1 bag Favorite chips Choose tortilla chips or preferred type.
  • 1 piece Habanero pepper For a spicy kick.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Baking Tray
  • Serving board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Taco Recipe Dinner Board
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all ingredients and equipment, including a large skillet and baking tray.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped sweet onion and cook for about 10 minutes until softened and lightly golden.
  3. Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Sprinkle in your taco seasoning and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 7–10 minutes until the meat is browned and fully cooked.
  4. Transfer the taco shells to a baking tray and fill each with the meat mixture. Sprinkle a generous amount of Mexican cheese blend on top. Bake for about 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Prepare a large serving board with bowls of toppings, including shredded lettuce, diced Roma tomatoes, various types of salsas, sour cream, and guacamole.
  6. Fill empty spaces on your serving board with chips and optional garnishes like sliced olives, chopped red onion, and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Keep taco shells crispy by serving immediately and encourage guests to personalize their tacos for added fun.

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