Description
Easy Taco Salad Cups are a fun, bite-sized appetizer made with crispy baked wonton wrappers filled with seasoned meat, cheese, lettuce, guacamole, salsa, and sour cream. Quick to make and perfect for parties or casual gatherings, these mini taco cups are delicious, customizable, and guaranteed to be a hit!
Ingredients
12 wonton wrappers
Cooking spray
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/3 cup ground beef or turkey
2 teaspoons taco seasoning
1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 cup finely shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
1/2 cup guacamole (homemade or store-bought)
1/2 cup salsa (homemade or store-bought)
1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Arrange wonton wrappers in a 12-cup muffin pan and spray lightly with cooking spray.
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Bake for 5 minutes; remove from oven and set aside.
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Heat vegetable oil in a medium sauté pan over medium-low heat.
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Add ground meat and cook, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through.
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Stir in taco seasoning; mix well and remove from heat.
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Divide seasoned meat evenly among baked wonton cups.
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Top each with shredded cheese, shredded lettuce, guacamole, salsa, and sour cream.
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Serve immediately.
Notes
Prepare wonton cups and filling separately ahead of time; assemble just before serving.
Swap the meat with black beans for a vegetarian version.
Add jalapeños, spicy salsa, or hot sauce for a spicier version.
Bake the wonton cups a few extra minutes for extra crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
