Dairy-Free Beef Hard Taco

Satisfy your craving for classic tacos without the dairy with this incredibly flavorful Dairy-Free Beef Hard Taco recipe. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, these tacos feature juicy, perfectly seasoned ground beef infused with a bold blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano. Topped with crisp shredded lettuce, fresh diced tomatoes, creamy avocado slices, and a sprinkle of cilantro, each bite is a vibrant burst of texture and taste. Served in crunchy hard taco shells and accompanied by tangy lime wedges and salsa, this quick and easy recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfect for those looking for a dairy-free taco night, it’s a hassle-free, wholesome meal that will leave everyone wanting seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 cup water
• 12 hard taco shells
• 2 cups lettuce, shredded
• 1 large tomato, diced
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 lime, cut into wedges
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 cup salsa

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Drain any excess fat from the skillet.

Step 6

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.

Step 8

While the beef is simmering, heat the hard taco shells according to the package instructions.

Step 9

To assemble the tacos, spoon the seasoned beef into each shell.

Step 10

Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, sliced avocado, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.

Step 11

Serve with lime wedges and salsa on the side for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1729.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2575.0

Total Fat 166.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 4553.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 188.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.9g	0%
Total Sugars 23.2g
Protein 106.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 581.8mg	0%
Iron 24.3mg	0%
Potassium 4027.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.0%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 28.1%