Slow-Cooker Party Beef Tacos

Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Slow-Cooker Party Beef Tacos
205 min.
30
322kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your next gathering with a delicious and satisfying dish? Look no further than these Slow-Cooker Party Beef Tacos! Perfect for any occasion, this gluten-free recipe serves a crowd of 30, making it an ideal choice for parties, family reunions, or game day celebrations. With a hearty filling of lean ground beef, zesty taco seasoning, and a medley of fresh toppings, these tacos are sure to please even the pickiest eaters.

Imagine the aroma of seasoned beef simmering in your slow cooker, filling your home with mouthwatering scents that will have everyone eagerly anticipating mealtime. The combination of chunky salsa, sweet corn, and vibrant bell peppers adds a burst of flavor and color, while the creamy mayonnaise and salsa topping brings everything together in a delightful way. Plus, the convenience of preparing the beef mixture ahead of time means you can spend more time enjoying the company of your guests and less time in the kitchen.

Whether you’re serving them for lunch, dinner, or as a main course, these tacos are versatile and customizable. Set up a taco bar with all the fixings, allowing everyone to build their perfect taco. With each bite, your guests will savor the rich flavors and textures, making this dish a memorable highlight of your event. So grab your slow cooker and get ready to impress with these irresistible Slow-Cooker Party Beef Tacos!

Ingredients

  • lb ground beef 80% lean (at least )
  • large onion chopped
  • oz taco seasoning 
  • 1.5 cups salsa thick
  • cup water 
  • 17.2 oz taco shells (36 Count)
  • 33 oz corn sweet whole drained canned
  • 10 oz lettuce shredded ()
  • cups bell pepper green red yellow chopped
  • 0.5 cup spring onion sliced
  • cups plum tomatoes italian chopped
  • medium avocado pitted peeled chopped
  • cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.5 cup salsa 
  • cups cheddar cheese shredded finely
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • slow cooker
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Cook ground beef in 2 batches. For first batch, spray 12-inch skillet with cooking spray.
  2. Add half of the ground beef and 1 chopped onion. Cook over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes or until beef is thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently.
  3. Drain.
  4. Stir in 1 package taco seasoning mix, 3/4 cup salsa and 1/2 cup water. Reduce heat to low; simmer 8 to 10 minutes or until most of liquid is absorbed.
  5. Cool first batch of beef mixture 15 minutes. Spoon into refrigerator or freezer container; cover tightly. Repeat to make second batch.
  6. Serve immediately, or refrigerate up to 24 hours or freeze up to 1 week.
  7. To serve immediately, place beef mixture in slow cooker; keep warm on Low setting. If beef mixture is frozen, thaw before heating.
  8. Place beef mixture in slow cooker; cover and cook on High setting for 1 hour or until hot. Reduce heat to Low to keep warm. To serve, spoon beef mixture into taco shells. Top with
  9. Layered Taco Toppings.
  10. To make
  11. Layered Taco Toppings, heat oven to 425°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Dry corn on paper towels; spread corn in sprayed pan.
  12. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. Stir; bake an additional 10 minutes. Cool 5 minutes or until slightly cooled.
  13. In ungreased 13x9-inch (3 quart) glass baking dish, layer lettuce, bell pepper, roasted corn, onions, tomatoes and avocado.
  14. In small bowl, combine mayonnaise and salsa; mix well.
  15. Spread over vegetables.
  16. Sprinkle with cheese and cilantro. Cover tightly; refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts

Calories322kcal
Protein15.08%
Fat60.93%
Carbs23.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.7
Glycemic Load
6.92
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
11.257826157238%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.02mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
2.53mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:321.99kcal
16.1%
Fat:21.88g
33.66%
Saturated Fat:7.01g
43.8%
Carbohydrates:19.38g
6.46%
Net Carbohydrates:16.62g
6.05%
Sugar:2.74g
3.05%
Cholesterol:42.43mg
14.14%
Sodium:420.29mg
18.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.19g
24.37%
Vitamin K:24.62µg
23.45%
Vitamin C:18.18mg
22.04%
Vitamin B12:1.07µg
17.86%
Phosphorus:177.47mg
17.75%
Zinc:2.65mg
17.66%
Vitamin A:754.1IU
15.08%
Vitamin B3:3.01mg
15.04%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.55%
Selenium:9.14µg
13.06%
Fiber:2.76g
11.02%
Folate:43.62µg
10.91%
Potassium:372.8mg
10.65%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.15%
Magnesium:36.15mg
9.04%
Iron:1.62mg
9%
Calcium:88.3mg
8.83%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.37%
Vitamin E:1.19mg
7.9%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.2%
Copper:0.1mg
5.16%
Vitamin B5:0.46mg
4.56%