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Colorful taco ranch bites arranged on a white platter, topped with shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, and sliced jalapenos. The bites are golden-brown and crispy, with a creamy ranch drizzle. The background features a rustic wooden table with colorful napkins and salsa bowls, styled in a casual and inviting manner.

Easy Taco Ranch Bites

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A savory, cheesy appetizer combining seasoned ground beef, crunchy tortillas, and ranch dressing, baked to perfection.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 20 bites

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 10 small tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • Sliced jalapenos (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned, then add taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Cut tortillas into bite-sized squares.
  4. Spread tortilla pieces on a baking sheet and bake for 8 minutes until crispy.
  1. Top baked tortilla chips with seasoned beef, cheddar cheese, and jalapenos.
  2. Return to oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes until cheese melts.
  1. Remove from oven, drizzle with ranch dressing, and garnish with cilantro. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add hot sauce or extra jalapenos.
  • Use Greek yogurt as a healthier ranch alternative.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Baking, sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using GF tortillas)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 bites
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg