Description
Taco Ranch Bites are mouthwatering appetizers filled with seasoned beef, melty cheese, and fresh toppings. They’re quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 tbsp ranch seasoning (or ranch dressing mix)
- 1/4 cup water
- 24 mini tortilla scoop chips (e.g., Tostitos Scoops)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 small tomato (diced)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
- Salsa
Instructions
- Cook the beef over medium heat until brown (5-7 minutes) and drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning, ranch seasoning, and water. Stir until well-coated and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange tortilla scoops on a tray.
- Spoon seasoned beef into chips, top with tomatoes and cheese.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes until cheese is bubbly and tortilla edges brown.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free tortilla chips and check seasonings.
To keep bites crunchy, let the chips rest on paper towels before filling.
Customize toppings with bell peppers, olives, or jalapeños for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg