Learn How to Make Taco Bowls and transform everything you love about taco night into an easy, crunchy, taco salad recipe! Learn how to make my easy tortilla bowl recipe in under 20 minutes using simple ingredients.
Air Fryer Taco Bowls
If you’re like me, in your kitchen, hot summers equal easy dinners that avoid turning the oven or stove on. That’s why I love this easy taco salad: it checks all those boxes and more! Using simple ingredients you probably already have and requiring minimal prep, this is an easy taco bowls recipe I know you will want to make again. Everyone in my family loves these scrumptious taco tortilla bowls, and I love how they’re packed with hearty protein and plenty of veggies! These also make a great meal prep idea for school or work. Let’s dig in!
Taco Bowl Ingredients
Burrito-size tortillasCooking spray
Taco Salad Toppings
Taco meatTaco seasoningSautéed peppers and onionsLettuceTomatoCheeseQuesoSalsa
Ultimately what goes inside your taco bowls is up to you, but no matter what creation you choose, you are sure to end up with a delicious, crunch-worthy easy dinner!
How to Make a Tortilla Bowls in the Air Fryer
How much taco meat per person?
Per taco, the average person will need about 2 ounces of taco meat, plus other fillings. A taco bowl calls for slightly more - treat it as about 2 tacos, or 4 ounces of taco meat. So, if you are serving a family of 4, you will need around 16 ounces of taco meat - 1 pound of ground beef. Follow this chart on how much taco meat per person for easy reference: My crockpot taco meat recipe uses 3 pounds of taco meat, so it creates plenty for this taco bowl recipe with room for leftovers!
Tortilla Bowl Recipe Tips
Want to meal prep for lunches or dinner? I recommend storing the salad toppings in divided meal prep containers and tossing everything together when ready to eat.Cook and freeze taco meat ahead of time in portions to thaw and use for these bowls whenever you want them!
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You can use any leftover taco meat to make taco salad. That’s one of the best parts about this easy tortilla bowl recipe! Did you try this recipe? Leave a comment and a rating below to let us know what you think! We love to hear from you!