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Walking Tacos

These crowd-pleasing Walking Tacos include Fritos chips layered with a ground beef chili mixture, topped with cheese, lettuce, olives, sour cream and salsa.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 5
Calories: 812 kcal
Course: Main Course , Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Taco Salad:
  • 1/2 pound lean ground beef
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic , minced
  • 1 rib celery , diced
  • 1/2 yellow onion , diced
  • 14.5 ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 16 ounce can chili beans , partially drained
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 romaine heart , finely chopped
  • 1 large tomato , diced
  • 1 avocado , peeled, seeded and chopped
  • 1 small can sliced olives , optional
  • sour cream , for topping
  • salsa , for topping
  • 5 (1 oz bags) Fritos corn chips , or Doritos
For the taco seasoning:
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. Combine all of the taco seasoning spices in a small bowl and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. 
  3. Add the chopped onion and celery and cook until meat is browned, breaking it into small pieces. Remove grease. Add minced garlic. Add crushed tomatoes, chili beans, and taco seasoning. 
  4. Stir and bring to a simmer. Simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
  5. Open bags of Fritos chips. Add a ladle-full of chili mixture, and top with a handful of chopped lettuce, shredded cheese, tomatoes, avocados, olives, and a spoonful of sour cream and salsa. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Make-ahead Instructions: The beef mixture can be made 2-3 days ahead of time (depending on the freshness of the ingredients), stored in the fridge. Reheat on the stove before serving.
  • Freezing Instructions: Allow the chili beef mixture to cool completely, then store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Rewarm on the stove.

Nutrition Information

Calories 812kcal (41%) Carbohydrates 84g (28%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 42g (65%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Cholesterol 51mg (17%) Sodium 1651mg (69%) Potassium 1240mg (35%) Fiber 13g (52%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 2825IU (57%) Vitamin C 15.9mg (18%) Calcium 394mg (39%) Iron 5.9mg (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 812

% Daily Value*

Calories 812kcal 41%
Carbohydrates 84g 28%
Protein 27g 54%
Fat 42g 65%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 51mg 17%
Sodium 1651mg 69%
Potassium 1240mg 26%
Fiber 13g 52%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 2825IU 57%
Vitamin C 15.9mg 18%
Calcium 394mg 39%
Iron 5.9mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.