Cumin-Spiced Beef Tacos with Avocado
Flavorful ground beef tacos with warm cumin, fresh avocado, and zesty lime. This mexican ready in about 20 minutes pairs pound ground beef, teaspoons cumin, teaspoon chili powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1, sliced avocado
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 2 lime wedges
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 pound ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into small crumbles. Once browned, add 1/2 cup diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 3 minutes until onion is soft.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 teaspoons cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, and 1 tablespoon lime juice. Cook for 2 more minutes until spices are fragrant and flavors combine.
- Step 3: Warm 8 corn tortillas according to package instructions. Assemble tacos by placing 1/4 cup spiced beef on each tortilla, topping with 1/4 cup shredded lettuce, 2 slices avocado, and a lime wedge for squeezing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cumin-Spiced Beef Tacos with Avocado take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cumin-Spiced Beef Tacos with Avocado?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pound ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cumin-Spiced Beef Tacos with Avocado?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cumin-Spiced Beef Tacos with Avocado for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cumin-Spiced Beef Tacos with Avocado?
Mexican mexican like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to mexican dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
