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Taco Bar Night Build

Taco Bar Night Build: 7 Easy Ideas for Fun Family Dinner


  • Author: basmer
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Taco Bar Night is the ultimate customizable meal—easy to prep, fun to build, and guaranteed to please. Whether you’re cooking for picky eaters or a hungry crowd, offering a spread of seasoned proteins, fresh toppings, and warm tortillas makes dinner feel like a party.


Ingredients

  • Ground Beef: Sauté with taco seasoning
  • Shredded Chicken: Cooked with cumin, garlic, and a splash of lime or salsa
  • Black Beans or Pinto Beans: Seasoned and warmed with chili powder and onion
  • Taco Shells & Wraps
  • Soft flour tortillas
  • Crunchy taco shells
  • Corn tortillas
  • Lettuce wraps (for a low-carb option)
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Chopped tomatoes
  • Diced onions
  • Sliced jalapeños
  • Avocado or guacamole
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Shredded cheese
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges
  • Salsa or pico de gallo
  • Hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Protein
  2. Cook chosen proteins in separate pans with seasoning. Keep warm in covered dishes or slow cookers.
  3. Set Up the Bar
  4. Warm tortillas and taco shells. Arrange proteins, toppings, and sauces in small bowls or containers. Provide serving spoons and tongs.
  5. Build and Enjoy
  6. Let everyone create their own tacos, mixing and matching ingredients to their taste.

Notes

  • Feel free to mix and match proteins and toppings.
  • Adjust seasoning to your preference.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

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