Leftover taco meat recipes are a tasty way to stretch one meal into another. Make a double batch of ground beef taco meat and transform the leftovers into one of these delicious recipes!
Taco Tuesday is basically my love language. I mean, what's not to love about taco recipes??!?
Our whole family can customize their taco meat to their liking, so I've gotten into the habit of making extra taco meat on purpose.
Then I know I can use that leftover meat to make another easy dinner!
How to make taco meat
Personally, I reach for ground beef when making our taco meat. Even if we didn't have a few cattle hanging out in the barn outside, ground beef would still be my go-to choice.
It's meaty, it's flavorful, and I always have my low sodium taco seasoning at the ready.
But I'm also known to use some ground turkey to make my tacos. Either way, it's a fact....
Tacos ARE LOVE!!
How to store leftover taco meat
Leftover taco meat will keep in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days. You can reuse the meat in that time frame, or freeze it for next time!
How to freeze to leftover taco meat
One of my favorites ways to entertain is with a big 'ole taco bar. Inevitably, we have leftover taco meat which is just fine by me.
It's easy to freeze leftover taco meat by putting into quart or gallon sized freezer bags. Remove as much air as possible before sealing.
Label it, lay flat to freeze, and store it in your freezer for up to three months.
When you're ready to make one of the delicious leftover taco meat recipes below, you can simply thaw the taco meat and you're ready to start cooking!
Leftover Taco Meat Recipes
Use your cooked, seasoned ground beef to cook up one of these leftover taco meat recipes!
The next time you're wondering what to do with leftover taco meat, consider this Walking Taco Casserole recipe! Made with seasoned taco meat, tomatoes, beans, cheese and crunchy chips it’s a family favorite and it’s perfect as an easy weeknight meal.
Beef and bean taco cups are a great twist on the typical taco, they make a perfect appetizer, snack or dinner!
Use leftover taco meat or make fresh to create these delicious naan taco pizzas!
Walking Tacos are a favorite with kids and teens! They're also an easy way to feed a crowd.
Taco Meat Pinwheels are easy to make and great for meal prep! Add chips, guacamole, and fresh fruit for a delicious lunch.
Taco Skillet is everything you love about tacos in one pan. Easy, quick, and healthy Mexican food you can make exactly the way your family likes it.
These Taco Salad Meal Prep Taco Bowls are made with healthy ground turkey and filled with black beans, sweet corn, shredded cheese, crisp lettuce, and all your favorite toppings.
Make this taco crescent ring, a beautiful presentation of a classic tex-mex favorite. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or weeknight dinners, everyone loves it!
Mexican flavors come together in this Taco Pasta Salad with Catalina dressing! It's a great main dish to add to your weeknight dinner rotation, of your can take it to a potluck as a side dish.
I’m always on the lookout for an easy casserole to throw together, and this Mexican Ground Beef Casserole recipe is a winner. It’s simple to make, and it’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters.
Loaded Tater Tot Nachos all topped with meat, melty cheese and your favorite nacho toppings. These are nacho average tater tots!
Made with hearty ground beef and all the taco toppings, this Classic Taco Salad recipe is the perfect addition to your Taco Tuesday or the ultimate taco bar! Made with homemade taco seasoning, you can add as many toppings as you want.
Serve this cheesy Layered Taco Dip with ground beef and cream cheese at your next get together.
This Chopped & Layered Taco Salad Recipe is a family favorite. Serve this healthy layered taco salad at parties and potlucks.
This easy Instant Pot Taco Soup, made with taco meat, and loaded with Mexican taco flavors like chipotle, and can be ready in 30 minutes, and topped with your favorite taco toppings!
Add your leftover taco meat to these amazing Mexican Sopes. These are delicious and easy to make for lunch or dinner.
If tacos and quesadillas had a baby, they’d totally be these taco quesadillas! These beef quesadillas are perfect for on the go eating or at home, too.
Hot Taco Dip with ground beef is the best taco dip recipe full of cream cheese, meat, beans, and cheese! This easy appetizer is perfect for your next get together!
Turn your ordinary zucchini into tasty taco stuffed zucchini boats filled with seasoned meat and rice, and covered in your favorite toppings.
An easy casserole layered with quick cornbread, seasoned meat, salsa, and cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal and makes great leftovers!
This easy Mexican Zucchini is made in one skillet and is sure to be a family favorite. You will love your favorite taco ingredients mixed with light zucchini noodles creating a low-carb, filling meal.
Transform leftover taco meat into a completely new dinner!
Bring leftover taco meat to life in this tasty casserole. It has a cornbread base, meaty and cheesy inside and is topped with a dollop of cool sour cream. Yes, please!
These crunchy Ground Beef Taquitos are slightly addictive. They are the best and most delicious way to use up leftover taco meat.
Full of hearty ground beef and traditional taco toppings, this taco salad is topped with zesty and tangy Catalina dressing. It's perfect for potlucks, backyard BBQs or anytime you need to feed a crowd!
Crescent Rolls will quickly become one of your family's favorites! With only a few ingredients, this is a quick and easy way to use up leftover taco meat!
How about making nachos with leftover taco meat? They're a showstopper at any dinner or party. Pick your toppings and layer on a sheet pan. Bake and devour!
FAQS
Leftover taco meat will keep in the fridge for 3-4 days. Keep it refrigerated in an airtight container.
To freeze leftover taco meat, place it in a zip top freezer bag or other freezer safe container. Remove excess air, label, and freeze for 3-4 months.
