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Colorful taco ranch bites neatly arranged on a white rectangular plate, featuring crisp tortilla chips topped with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, fresh chopped lettuce, and drizzled with ranch dressing and salsa, styled with a vibrant background and natural lighting highlighting textures.

Easy Taco Ranch Bites

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A quick and flavorful appetizer featuring crispy tortilla chips topped with seasoned ground beef, ranch dressing, cheese, and fresh vegetables, served as a perfect party snack or game day bite.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 bag tortilla chips
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 1/4 cup chopped lettuce
  • 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, salt, pepper, and taco seasoning. Cook until browned and cooked through.
  2. Arrange tortilla chips on a serving platter.
  3. Top each chip with a spoonful of seasoned beef, shredded cheese, chopped lettuce, and tomatoes.
  4. Drizzle ranch dressing over the assembled bites.
  5. Serve immediately as a delicious appetizer or party snack.

Notes

  • Feel free to substitute ground chicken or turkey for beef.
  • You can add jalapenos or sour cream for extra flavor.
  • Prepare the beef topping in advance for quick assembly.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop, Assembly
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free chips)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 tray
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg