Easy Carne Picada Tacos Recipe

Name: Easy Carne Picada Tacos Recipe
Total time: 15 mins
Ingredients: 8 (7 inch) corn tortillas, warmed; 2 cups prepared carne picada (see Cook's Note); 0.5 cup chopped onion, or to taste; 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste; 2 tablespoons salsa, or to taste; 0.5 limes, cut into wedges

Carne picada offers a delightful cross between carne asada and classic ground beef. These tacos are incredibly simple and quick to prepare, making them perfect for a weeknight meal. My favorite toppings include fresh cilantro, diced onions, a squeeze of lime, and a zesty salsa.

Total time15 mins
Prep time10 mins
Cook time5 mins
Yield8 tacos, 4

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Servings

Ingredients

8 (7 inch) corn tortillas, warmed
2 cups prepared carne picada (see Cook's Note)
0.5 cup chopped onion, or to taste
0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
2 tablespoons salsa, or to taste
0.5 limes, cut into wedges

Instructions

Warm the tortillas on a gas grill or in the microwave until pliable. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the flavorful carne picada onto each tortilla. Garnish generously with your choice of toppings, such as diced onions, fresh cilantro, and your favorite salsa. Complete the experience with a squeeze of fresh lime.

Nutrition

Calories: 328 kcal
Fat Content: 10 g
Fiber Content: 4 g
Sodium Content: 131 mg
Protein Content: 30 g
Cholesterol Content: 66 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 28 g
Saturated Fat Content: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g