WW Doritos Taco Cups

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The WW Doritos Taco Cups are healthy and tasty. They are prepared in 27 minutes, so they are good to make for quick lunches or dinners. Also, they have Nacho Cheese Doritos, ground beef, taco seasoning, cheddar cheese, chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, green onions, cooking spray, and water. This dish contains cheddar cheese that is not a dairy product, so we will utilize a vegan alternative instead. This recipe contains 25 grams of protein and 320 calories kcal. You may serve these WW Doritos Taco Cups with roasted zucchini, baked tortilla chips, grilled bell peppers, black bean taquitos, lemon water, or mini cheese-stuffed peppers. We would easily store these cups, so we would easily make it in advance.

STATS:

  • Total time: 27 minutes
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Serving size: 3 taco cups
  • Cooking time: 12 minutes
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving: 6
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Preparation time: 15 minutes
  • Course: Snack

EQUIPMENT:

  • Skillet
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Muffin tin
  • Cooking spray
  • Spatula
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Paper towels

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 bag Nacho Cheese Doritos
  • Half cup light sour cream
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • Half cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • Quarter cup salsa
  • 1 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped green onions
  • One cup chopped lettuce
  • Cooking spray
  • 4 tbsp water

INGREDIENT NOTES:

NACHO CHEESE DORITOS:

  • Utilize the cheese doritos to prepare these taco cups, and it will give delicious taste. You may replace it with baked tortilla chips as per your preference.

REDUCED-FAT SHREDDED CHEDDAR CHEESE:

  • Include this cheese to give creamy texture in the snack. This cheese melts on the beef and hold the filling perfectly. You may utilize reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend as another choice.

LIGHT SOUR CREAM:

  • Utilize sour cream to give creamt and cool topping to the cups. It contains the mild flavor that is good to use with cheese and vegetables. You may skip sour cream and include plain non-fat Greek yogurt as another option.

LEAN GROUND BEEF:

  • We use this beef for savory flavor in the snacks. It gives main filling and works perfectly with taco and melted cheese. You may include ground turkey for the milder taste instead.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, warm the skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef in it.
  2. Stir in the taco seasoning with a little water as per package guidelines and cook for three minutes.
  3. Warm the oven to 375°F and coat the tin lightly with cooking spray.
  4. Put the Doritos around the edges of the muffin cups and include the seasoned beef in them.
  5. Sprinkle reduced-fat cheddar cheese on the beef and bake the muffin cups for 12 minutes.
  6. Chop the lettuce and dice the tomatoes, then slice the green onions.
  7. Cool the taco cups for two minutes, then garnish them with lettuce, sour cream, tomatoes, green onions, and salsa.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SALADS:

  • Creamy Avocado Salad
  • Mexican Street Corn Salad
  • Southwest Black Bean Salad
  • Fresh Cabbage Slaw

SIDE DISHES:

  • Seasoned Cauliflower Rice
  • Mexican Street Corn
  • Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges
  • Cheesy Baked Potatoes

DIPS AND SAUCES:

  • Creamy Chipotle Sauce
  • Avocado Lime Crema
  • Roasted Tomato Salsa
  • Skinny Taco Dip

APPETIZERS:

  • Mini Chicken Tacos
  • Baked Beef Taquitos
  • Cheesy Quesadilla Bites
  • Stuffed Mini Bell Peppers

DRINKS:

  • Watermelon Lime Cooler
  • Fresh Orange Agua Fresca
  • Strawberry Lemonade
  • Cucumber Mint Water

TIPS:

  • Drain the lean beef and remove the extra fat then include it in the recipe.
  • Avoid adding too much filling in the cups to get better shape of the snack.
  • Include the topping in the cups when needed to serve so the cups taste fresh.
  • Prepare the taco cups and serve them immediately so they do not become soggy.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Store the cooked beef, Doritos, and fresh toppings in different boxes for three days.

FREEZER:

  • Freeze the cooked beef for ninety days in a closed vessel.

FAQs:

Does ground turkey works well instead of beef?

  • Yes, ground turkey is a perfect substitute to include for a milder taste.

Can I make the filling earlier?

  • Yes, you may cook the seasoned beef two days in advance and store it in the refrigerator.

Why do I feel the taco cups are getting soggy?

  • You may have added extra filling that gives soggy snack.

Can I prepare this snack with muffin tin?

  • Yes, you may add the chips in ramekins if muffin tin is not available.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 320 kcal

Net carbs: 22 g

Iron: 2.5 mg

Total carbs: 25 g

Vitamin A: 1,500 IU

Fiber: 3 g

Calcium: 180 mg

Protein: 25 g

Sodium: 850 mg

Potassium: 450 mg

Weight Watchers Points: 9 Points