Spicy Ground Beef Tacos

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-30 · Updated 2026-03-30

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Flavorful tacos packed with seasoned beef, fresh toppings, and a tangy lime crema. This Mexican-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs ground beef, taco seasoning, lime for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 20 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
2 tbsp taco seasoning
1 (juiced) lime
1 (diced) avocado

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
Step 2: Stir in taco seasoning and 1/4 cup lime juice. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3: Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Spoon beef mixture into each tortilla.
Step 4: Top with diced avocado, remaining 3/4 cup lime juice, and fresh cilantro (optional). Serve immediately.