Tired of the same old taco fillings? Browse through my list of the best easy taco recipes for plenty of delicious ideas to change up your taco night.
Although tacos originated in Mexico way back in Aztec times, it’s clear they are popular around the world today. With all sorts of savory goodies wrapped in a soft corn tortilla, tacos make a perfect handheld feast.
Of course, you’ll find hundreds of variations. Taco recipes abound; depending on the region and culture, tacos can be stuffed with pretty much anything from shrimp to squash.
If you’re feeling stuck in a rut with your usual taco recipe, it’s time to take a look at these easy taco recipes that are guaranteed to shake things up a little.
Tacos are relatively uncomplicated and so, so versatile. If you see a recipe you like but there’s that one ingredient you just don’t care for, feel free to substitute something else.
Be sure to bookmark this post as your go-to source for the best taco recipes!
Homemade Taco Seasoning
Make your own homemade taco seasoning with spices and herbs you probably have in your pantry. Make a big batch of taco seasoning so you have it ready whenever you need it. No preservatives or artificial ingredients, and less sodium than commercial brands.
Favorite Taco Toppings
What’s a taco without toppings? They’re practically the best part. Take a look at my list and choose a few for your tacos tonight.
Classic Salsas
- Restaurant Style Salsa – Everyone loves the salsa that comes with the basket of warm chips at your favorite Mexican restaurant. With a can of tomatoes and a few fresh ingredients, you can easily whip up your own!
- Salsa Verde – This fresh green salsa is made with roasted tomatillos and plenty of cilantro. It’s amazing!
- Pico De Gallo – Salsa’s fresh cousin, pico de gallo is made with fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeño peppers. Easy and so delicious!
Unique Salsas
- Chipotle Salsa – The smoky flavor of this salsa is irresistible; just watch it disappear!
- Citrus Salsa – Often featured on fish or shrimp tacos, you’ll find grapefruit, oranges, and lime in this salsa. Perfect for chips, too!
- Mango Avocado Salsa – With fresh pineapple and mango, this salsa is another popular choice for fish tacos.
- Black Bean Corn Salsa – A little more substantial, this salsa is one of our favorite toppings. It keeps well in the fridge too.
More Taco Sauces
Non-Sauce Taco Toppings
- Pickled Red Onions – We love pickled onions on tacos (and pretty much everything else!). They are super easy to make and keep well.
- Shredded lettuce, green cabbage, red cabbage
- Cheese: crumbled Cotija cheese, queso fresco, or your favorite shredded cheese
What To Serve With Tacos
12+ Easy Taco Recipes
With ground turkey, peppers, and onions, this taco blend is so flavorful and a bit more healthy.
With mouth-watering fall-apart ender pulled pork and green tomatillo sauce, pork tacos are always a hit!
These vegan tacos are packed with flavor, featuring beer marinated roasted sweet potatoes.
Flavorfully seasoned cod fillets with soft corn tortillas, topped with ruby red blood orange salsa, crispy green cabbage, and creamy guacamole.
This tender shredded chicken is slow cooked to perfection; it’s popular for parties or food prepping.
There’s plenty of flavor and protein in these vegetarian tacos. Even meat-lovers go for these!
Meaty roasted cauliflower florets, chickpeas, onions, and peppers fill these vegetarian tacos. Perfect for meatless Mondays or Taco Tuesdays!
Serve these tacos in tortilla boats or charred tortillas. The salsa is amazing with tortilla chips, too.
These flavorful fall tacos made with delicata squash and black beans are topped with pickled red onions, avocado, and queso fresco.
Tender braised pork made in your pressure cooker, then lightly broiled until browned and crisp. So good!
Zippy sautéed shrimp tucked into warm corn tortillas, with tangy cilantro sauce, crumbled cotija cheese, and shredded red cabbage. Ready to eat in less than 30 minutes!
