Mini Taco Salad Bowls

Mini Taco Salad Bowls

Try these fun new bowls for your next taco salad night; they will be a hit with both adults and kids!
Prep 20 Minutes
Total Time 20 Minutes
Servings 6

Ingredient List

  • 12 Old El Paso™ mini tortilla bowls
  • 1 tablespoon (15 mL) vegetable oil
  • 1 lb (500 g) lean ground beef
  • 1 package (35 g) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
  • 1 cup (250 mL) finely shredded lettuce
  • Make it FRESH toppings, as desired (see below)

Preparation

  1. Heat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly brush bowls with oil to coat entirely, and place on ungreased cookie sheet; bake 4 to 5 minutes or until browned on rim--bowls will get crisp as cooled. Set aside.
  2. In 10-inch (25 cm) nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Sprinkle with taco seasoning mix. Cook until beef is coated with seasoning, stirring occasionally.
  3. To serve, divide lettuce and taco meat evenly among crisped bowls; serve with Make it FRESH toppings.

Expert Tips

  • Ideas for make it FRESH toppings: shredded Cheddar cheese, cooked fresh corn kernels, sliced green onions, sliced olives, sour cream, salsa, sliced avocados
  • Substitute ground chicken for ground beef.