Spooky Eyeball Tacos
Create a spooky yet delightful experience with these Spooky Eyeball Tacos! Ideal for Halloween parties or any themed dinner, this fun and flavorful recipe will impress both kids and adults alike. With a playful presentation featuring “eyeballs” made from tomatoes and olives, these tacos are as entertaining to make as they are to eat. The savory filling of ground beef (or chicken/turkey) combined with melted cheese and fresh toppings ensures a burst of flavor in every bite. Whip them up in just 25 minutes, making them perfect for those busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Get ready to enjoy a deliciously eerie meal that sparks joy and creativity!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 tacos per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or chicken/turkey)
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 8 grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
- 16 sliced black olives
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade blend)
- ½ cup water
- Shredded lettuce
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water; stir well and simmer until thickened.
- Warm the tortillas until pliable.
- Fill each tortilla with meat, lettuce, and cheese.
- Top each taco with a tomato half, a dollop of sour cream, and an olive slice to create eyeballs.
- For added spookiness, drizzle with salsa or hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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