Description
Taco Pizza is a delicious fusion dish that brings together the bold flavors of tacos on a crispy pizza crust. Each slice features savory taco-seasoned beef, zesty salsa, and gooey cheese, topped with fresh lettuce and tomatoes for a delightful crunch. Perfect for game nights or casual dinners, this easy-to-make recipe can be customized to accommodate various dietary preferences, making it an instant family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (1 oz)
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
- 1 store-bought pizza dough (or homemade)
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and stir in taco seasoning with a splash of water.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spread salsa evenly over the dough, then layer seasoned beef followed by shredded cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from oven and top with chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, and dollops of sour cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 60mg