Description
Delight your guests with these irresistible Taco Ranch Bites, the perfect combination of savory taco flavors and creamy Ranch dressing nestled in crispy phyllo shells. Ideal for any gathering—be it a festive party, game day celebration, or a cozy night in—these bite-sized delights are sure to impress. With just 25 minutes of prep time, you can create a crowd-pleasing appetizer that is both easy to make and delicious. Customize them with your favorite toppings or serve them alongside zesty dips for an unforgettable snack experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 oz taco seasoning
- 10 oz canned diced tomatoes with green chiles (undrained)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 oz Ranch dressing
- 75 frozen phyllo tart shells (5 packs of 15-count)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes; let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cheddar cheese and Ranch dressing, then mix with the taco meat.
- Spoon the mixture into each phyllo tart shell.
- Place filled shells on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until heated through.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg