Hearty Mexican Beef and Black Bean Tacos with Avocado Salsa

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Robust ground beef and black bean tacos topped with a fresh avocado salsa, perfect for a quick and flavorful Mexican meal. This mexican-inspired game day ready in about 25 minutes pairs ground beef (80/20), taco seasoning, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 2 tbsp taco seasoning and 1 can drained black beans; cook for 3 more minutes until heated through and mixture is fragrant.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, combine 1 diced medium avocado, 1 diced medium tomato, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, juice of 1 lime, and 1/2 tsp salt to make the avocado salsa.
  4. Step 4: Warm 8 small corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
  5. Step 5: Assemble tacos by spooning the beef and bean mixture evenly onto each tortilla, topping with avocado salsa. Add 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup sour cream if desired.
  6. Step 6: Serve immediately while warm with extra lime wedges on the side.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Hearty Mexican Beef and Black Bean Tacos with Avocado Salsa take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Hearty Mexican Beef and Black Bean Tacos with Avocado Salsa?

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 ground beef (80/20) from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Hearty Mexican Beef and Black Bean Tacos with Avocado Salsa?

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 Hearty Mexican Beef and Black Bean Tacos with Avocado Salsa 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 Hearty Mexican Beef and Black Bean Tacos with Avocado Salsa?

Mexican game day 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.

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