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    Home » Main Dish Recipes » Beef Recipes

    Beef Taco Recipe with Cilantro Slaw and Avocado Cream

    5 from 7 votes
    Posted January 24, 2018 (last updated July 28, 2022) by Wendy Polisi

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    Photo of two beef tacos with the caption "Beef Tacos with Cilantro Slaw" above.

    This Beef Taco Recipe is the perfect way to elevate your Taco Tuesday!  With a flavor-packed cilantro slaw and delicious avocado cream, these ground beef tacos are anything but boring.  Naturally gluten free with dairy free and vegan options.

    If I had to pick one type of recipe to create 100 or more versions of it would be a toss up between tacos, bowls and pizza.

    (No, it wouldn't be quinoa recipes. I've already done that. :))

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    Today, I'm sharing another taco recipe favorite with you. This Beef Taco Recipe with Cilantro Slaw and Avocado Dressing is out of this world. The first time a made them, hubby commented four times that they were incredible. Since he gets tacos in one form or another at least once a week, that is pretty remarkable.

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    I love the acid in the meat sauce, the subtle kick of the cilantro slaw and the coolness of the avocado dressing.

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    Speaking of the dressing, unless you tend to us a lot on your tacos, chances are you are going to have some left over. I recommend using them for wraps, bowls or thinning a little with water, buttermilk or oil to make a salad dressing.

    I always try to start the week with a versatile dressing like this that I can use to quickly create meals throughout the week.

    What is your go-to food?

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    5 from 7 votes

    Beef Taco Recipe with Cilantro Slaw and Avocado Cream

    This Beef Taco Recipe is perfect for Taco Tuesday! Who says ground beef tacos are boring? With a cilantro slaw and avocado cream, these beef tacos are sure to be a hit. Naturally gluten free with dairy free and vegan options.
    Prep Time20 mins
    Cook Time15 mins
    Total Time35 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American, Gluten Free
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 428kcal
    Author: Wendy Polisi

    Ingredients

    Cilantro Slaw

    • ½ cabbage sliced thin
    • 1 onion sliced thin
    • 1 jalapeno seeded and diced
    • ¼ cup cilantro
    • 2 tablespoons lime juice
    • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
    • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne papper
    • Meat
    • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
    • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
    • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
    • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
    • 1 pound ground beef or Beyond Meat Crumbles
    • For Serving
    • 12 corn tortillas organic
    • Queso Fresco optional
    • Avocado Cream
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Combine cilantro, lime juice, oil, maple syrup, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.  Add salt and pepper to taste.  Whisk until combined. 
    • In a large bowl toss together cabbage, onion and jalapeno. Toss with dressing. (If you are making this ahead, plan to use green cabbage or the color can run.)
    • In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, avocado oil, paprika and cumin.
    • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
    • Brown beef over medium high heat, breaking up with the back of a spoon. Alternatively, heat Beyond Meat Crumbles according to package directions. Stir spice mixture in and cook for 3 to 5 minutes.
    • Heat tortillas in a dry skillet.
    • To serve, add beef to tortillas. Top with slaw, queso fresco and avocado cream.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 428kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 53mg | Sodium: 91mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 730IU | Vitamin C: 33.7mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 3.4mg
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    1. Shannon Graham

      October 10, 2017 at 11:21 pm

      5 stars
      This looks like a delicious meal!

      Reply
    2. Sabrina Fox

      January 24, 2018 at 9:24 pm

      I'm always looking for new taco recipes! This looks super original and I can practically smell it through the screen. Absolutely mouth-watering!

      Reply
    3. Emily Fata, www.EmulatingEmily.com

      January 25, 2018 at 12:39 am

      This recipe looks like it's absolutely SWOON-WORTHY!! If it wasn't the ingredients list that had me drooling, the photos of the final product definitely didn't help! Haha 🙂

      Reply
    4. Dee Jackson

      January 25, 2018 at 7:12 am

      Ooooh this recipe looks so darn good. i am in love with the use of avocado in it. Amazing!

      Reply
    5. Deana Tucker

      January 25, 2018 at 5:18 pm

      5 stars
      My first husband was Mexican so I developed a love of Mexican foods, especially tacos. I can't wait to try this recipe.

      Reply
    6. Patricia-Ann Que

      January 25, 2018 at 7:48 pm

      im a huge fan of mexican dishes and avocado! this looks really yum!

      Reply
    7. Kelly Hutchinson

      January 25, 2018 at 10:14 pm

      5 stars
      OK, I am so hungry for these Beef tacos right now! I have some fresh cilantro in the fridge, so I can easily make this for dinner. Yay!

      Reply
    8. LavandaMichelle

      January 26, 2018 at 1:21 am

      5 stars
      These tacos look so delicious. I will add this to my recipe journal! I can't wait to try them.

      Reply
    9. Acupofassamtea

      January 26, 2018 at 4:27 pm

      Excellent presentation and I am sure to taste great too. I will switch it with chicken as I don't eat beef.

      Reply
    10. Rose

      January 26, 2018 at 8:43 pm

      5 stars
      These look so good! I love the purple cabbage it makes it so fun and colorful. I can't wait to try this, it looks like something my kids would like.

      Reply
    11. Giba

      January 27, 2018 at 3:05 pm

      5 stars
      My go to recipe is anything with rice but tacos are a close second. Can't wait to try these!

      Reply
    12. Wildish Jess

      January 27, 2018 at 7:32 pm

      These seriously made my mouth water! They look so darn good!

      Reply
    13. fashionmommywm

      January 28, 2018 at 8:48 pm

      These look like perfect food to enjoy when watching the football. love the look of that slaw.

      Reply

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