Lazy Smashed Cheeseburger Tacos
Lazy Smashed Cheeseburger Tacos bring together the best of both worlds—tacos and cheeseburgers—in a fun, handheld meal. With crispy shells filled with juicy smashed beef, gooey cheese, and vibrant toppings, these tacos are perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers. Easy to prepare and customize, they deliver a delightful burst of nostalgia that will make everyone smile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 8 taco shells (hard or soft)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1/2 cup pickles, sliced
- 1/4 cup onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 2 tbsp ketchup
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef and cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes until browned.
- Smash the beef down gently with a spatula and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Flip the beef patties and sprinkle cheese on top; cover briefly to melt.
- Warm taco shells according to package instructions.
- Spoon cheesy beef into taco shells and top with lettuce, tomato, pickles, onion, mustard, and ketchup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (220g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg