🌮 Beef Tacos with Fresh Tomato Salsa & Avocado

A quick, flavorful family dinner everyone will love!

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the tacos:

• 8 small tortillas (corn or flour)
• 500 g ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp water or broth

Fresh Tomato Salsa:

• 2 tomatoes, finely diced
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Pinch of salt
• Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped

Avocado Layer:

• 2 avocados, sliced
• Pinch of salt
• Squeeze of lemon juice (prevents browning)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Beef

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add onion and cook until softened.
3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add ground beef, breaking it apart while cooking.
5. Season with paprika, cumin, coriander, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
6. Add water or broth and simmer for 5 minutes until flavorful and slightly saucy.

💡 Chef Tip: Add a tiny splash of apple cider vinegar while cooking for a restaurant-style flavor boost.

2️⃣ Make the Salsa

In a bowl, mix tomatoes, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and fresh herbs.

Stir gently and set aside.

3️⃣ Assemble the Tacos

1. Warm tortillas briefly in a dry pan.
2. Add a layer of seasoned beef.
3. Top with fresh tomato salsa.
4. Add avocado slices.

Optional toppings:

✔ shredded cheese

✔ ranch or sour cream drizzle

🍽 Serving Idea

Serve with lime wedges and a simple salad for a complete meal.