Confetti Beef Tacos

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 0

Mouthwatering Confetti Beef Tacos perfect for Taco Tuesday

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

408

Sugar

Fat

22g

Confetti Beef Tacos are a festive and flavorful way to enjoy the classic Mexican dish. This recipe features seasoned ground beef, canned corn, and store-bought salsa, all simmered together and served in warm taco shells. With colorful toppings like shredded cheese, lettuce, olives, and tomatoes, these tacos are as visually appealing as they are delicious. Whether enjoyed for Taco Tuesday or any other day of the week, Confetti Beef Tacos are sure to satisfy your craving for Mexican comfort food.

Instructions

1.	In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and crumbled. Drain off the excess fat.
2.	Add the chili powder, salt, corn, and salsa to the skillet. Stir to combine.
3.	Reduce the heat to low and let the meat mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes.
4.	Assemble the tacos by spooning the beef mixture into the warmed taco shells. Top with shredded cheese, lettuce, olives, and tomatoes, as desired.

PROS

These tacos are quick and easy to make, and are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together with friends.

The combination of seasoned ground beef and colorful vegetables make these tacos a flavorful and nutritious meal.

CONS

The taco shells can be high in calories and carbohydrates, so it’s important to enjoy them in moderation as part of a well-balanced diet.

Additionally, the sodium content of canned corn and store-bought salsa can be quite high, so it’s important to choose low-sodium options whenever possible.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These tacos are a great source of protein, and the addition of vegetables like corn, lettuce, and tomatoes provide essential nutrients like vitamins A and C.
Chili powder, which is made from ground red chili peppers, contains capsaicin, a compound that has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties.

	1 pound ground beef
	2 teaspoons chili powder
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1 can corn , drained
	1 cup prepared chunky salsa
	12 taco shells , warmed
	Toppings :
	Shredded Monterey Jack cheese , thinly sliced lettuce , sliced ripe olives , chopped tomatoes