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Taco Pie Recipe

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Servings 4
Calories 468 kcal
Taco Pie Recipe
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Today’s taco pie recipe is the easiest way to turn ground beef and tortillas into a restaurant-quality dinner. 

The pie is made with a tortilla crust piled high with a delicious filling of stir-fried beef mixture. It is topped with cheese, crisp vegetables, and yogurt dressing. Savory and comforting, this wholesome taco pie will please any Tex-Mex lover.

Is Our Taco Pie Recipe Healthy?

Yes, our taco pie is a wholesome yet healthful recipe. However, it is preferable to serve it as referenced below and in modest portions.

To begin with, we avoided using excessive salt and creamy dressing, which are both major sources of sodium and saturated fat. These are naturally occurring nutrients found in a variety of our foods which experts recommend we limit.

Because our definition of a balanced diet also involves control, we ensured that each serving is neither too large nor too small. The dish should be a fulfilling meal while sticking to our guidelines.

As a result, each serving of this taco pie recipe contains 468 calories, 8.3 g saturated fat, and 583 mg sodium; all of which are below the recommended range for a healthy main dish.

Is Our Taco Pie Recipe Healthy

Ingredients for Taco Pie

1. Beef

Ground beef with 15 % fat is the simplest way to make a delectable taco pie. Not only is it inexpensive and simple to prepare, but it also cooks quickly and absorbs the spices beautifully. 

This recipe can be made with pork, chicken, or any other ground-meat variety. All you have to do is briefly brown the protein of choice with the spice mix and tomatoes until tender and fragrant.

2. Tortillas 

The tortillas are partially baked before forming the base of the pie. Then fill the crust with your favorite taco toppings and bake until perfection.

We went with flour tortillas since they work best in this recipe. As flour tortillas contain gluten, this gives them a chewier texture and helps them hold a large amount of filling. However, if you only have corn tortillas, you can certainly switch them out.

best tortillas for taco pie

3. Spices

Our spice blend binds all the components together and imparts Tex-Mex flavors to the taco pie. Though it looks a bit complicated at first glance, the spice blend is extremely simple to prepare and customize to your taste.

Our spice blend would not be possible without the incredible combination of these condiments: 

  • Salt: Our recipe’s primary taste enhancer. Salt lends flavor and complements the protein in any stir-fry recipe.
  • Cumin and oregano: To infuse our recipe with a hint of Mexican flavor. Additionally, they enhance the smell of the taco pie.
  • All-purpose flour: Help to thicken the beef mixture. 
  • Chili, peppers, and paprika: Chili and peppers lend spice to the dish, while paprika is much milder and adds a hint of smokiness.

4. Vegetables

To balance out the meaty-filling, we topped the pie with fresh veggies. Feel free to incorporate more of your favorite vegetables to add vibrancy to the dish (as well as more nutrients). Some of the go-to choices are romaine, cabbage, olives, tomatoes, and avocado.

5. Dressing

Our genius-hack and beyond-simple dressing is made with one ingredient: Greek yogurt. The tangy, creamy dressing enlivens the taco pie with no effort at all.

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How to Make Taco Pie

You’ll be amazed at how simple it is to bring this taco pie to your table in less than an hour. With juicy ground beef stir fry, crunchy crust, fresh veggies, and creamy dressing, it’s surprisingly straightforward to make:

Step 1: Sauté the onions.

Sauté the onions.

Step 2: Add the tomato paste.

Add the tomato paste.

Step 3: Stir in the ground beef and spices.

Stir in the ground beef and spices.

Step 4: Add corn.

Add corn.

Step 5: Assemble and bake tortillas to form the pie.

Assemble and bake tortillas to form the pie.

Step 6: Spoon the beef mixture into the crust and bake the pie.

Spoon the beef mixture into the crust and bake the pie.

Step 7: Top the pie with fresh veggies and the yogurt sauce.

Top the pie with fresh veggies and the yogurt sauce.

step 8: Serve hot.

Serve hot.

Full ingredient measurements and detailed instructions are available below.

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Store and Reheat Leftover Taco Pie

1. To Store

The stir-fried meat and fresh veggies in our tacos may become soggy quickly. If you have leftover taco pie, it’s best to keep it in an airtight container or transfer it to a Ziploc bag to prevent the crust from getting soggy.

Refrigerated taco pie can last for 2 to 3 days. If you want to freeze the pie, we recommend discarding the veggies on top, as they will turn mushy once thawed. The frozen pie can stay fresh for 2 – 3 months.

2. To Reheat

The great thing about this taco pie is that it reheats wonderfully; you can leave it in the pie pan and reheat it in the oven. It’s almost as delectable on the second day. 

To reheat the pie, place it in a preheated oven set to 360 ℉. Assure that the cookware is oven-proof. Cook for 10–20 minutes, or until the filling is hot and the crust is crisp.

What to Serve With Taco Pie

Our taco pie was paired with Pico de Gallo and crispy Doritos. The salad and chips can be served separately or included directly in the pie for an extra topping layer.

Recipes Course Calories Saturated fat Sodium
Taco Pie Main Dish 468 8.3 g 583 mg
Pico De Gallo Side Dish 189 1.0 g 262 mg
Lemon Watermelon Juice Beverage 95 0.0 g 5 mg
Total 752 9.3 g 850 mg
Nutritional values in this table vary somewhat to those below due to different app calculations. Read more...

Finally, we lightened the heavy and rich taco with our sweet-tangy lemon watermelon juice. It’s very refreshing on hot days and tastes best when served over ice.

What to Serve With Taco Pie

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Our taco pie recipe makes a delicious pie layered with ground beef, shredded cabbage, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and yogurt dressing.
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 468kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 13 oz 85% lean ground beef
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp garlic chopped
  • 4 oz onions chopped
  • 1 tbsp Hunt's tomato paste
  • 4 oz tomatoes chopped
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 4 oz corn
  • 3 10-inch flour tortilla
  • 1 oz cheddar grated
  • 2 oz romaine chopped
  • 1 oz cabbage shredded
  • 4 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp coriander chopped

Instructions
 

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp garlic, and 4 oz onions. Sauté for 2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
    Step 1: Sauté the onions.
  • Add 1 tbsp tomato paste and continue to cook for 30 seconds.
    Step 2: Add the tomato paste.
  • Spoon 0.5 tomatoes and set aside for the topping. Stir in the remaining 3.5 oz tomatoes, 13 oz ground beef, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/4 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp flour. Cook and stir the mixture frequently for 7 minutes, or until the beef is heated through.
    Step 3: Stir in the ground beef and spices.
  • Add 4 oz corn and stir fry for extra 2 minutes. Take off the heat.
    Step 4: Add corn.
  • Assemble 3 flour tortillas into a round cake pan, overlapping if necessary to fit in the dish. Bake at 360 ℉ for 5 minutes. Remove the baking pan from the oven.
    Step 5: Assemble and bake tortillas to form the pie.
  • Spoon the beef mixture into the tortilla crust. Sprinkle with 1 oz cheddar cheese. Return the pie to the oven and bake for 10 minutes.
    Step 6: Spoon the beef mixture into the crust and bake the pie.
  • Transfer the taco pie from the oven. Top with 2 oz romaine, 1 oz cabbage, 2 tbsp coriander, 0.5 oz tomatoes, and 4 tbsp Greek yogurt.
    Step 7: Top the pie with fresh veggies and the yogurt sauce.
  • Serve hot.
    step 8: Serve hot.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Taco Pie Recipe
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 468 Calories from Fat 252
% Daily Value*
Fat 28g43%
Saturated Fat 9g56%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 8g
Cholesterol 72mg24%
Sodium 584mg25%
Potassium 359mg10%
Carbohydrates 32g11%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 24g48%
Vitamin A 1728IU35%
Vitamin C 12mg15%
Calcium 80mg8%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Luna is the founder and chief recipe developer of Healthy Recipes 101. Apart from cooking, she also loves reading, programming, exploring the outdoors, and collecting useless facts about everything.

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Recipe developed by Luna Regina on February 25, 2022 Nutritionally reviewed by Emily Rogers, MPH, RDN

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