Creamy Cilantro Lime Beef Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These creamy cilantro lime beef tacos are a delicious and satisfying meal that combines tender beef with a zesty cilantro lime sauce. This tacos recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends.

The recipe is simple to follow and can be customized with your favorite toppings such as avocado, cheese, or fresh salsa.

Easy Beef Tacos with Cilantro Lime Sauce

This tacos recipe features seasoned ground beef cooked to perfection and mixed with a creamy cilantro lime sauce. The dish takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1 lime
8 small corn or flour tortillas
Toppings: diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, avocado, cheese, lime wedges

Instructions

Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula (about 5-7 minutes).
Season the Beef: Stir in chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together sour cream, chopped cilantro, and lime juice until well combined.
Assemble the Tacos: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Spoon the seasoned beef into each tortilla and drizzle with the creamy cilantro lime sauce.
Add Toppings: Top with diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, avocado, and cheese as desired.
Serve: Enjoy the tacos immediately with lime wedges on the side.