Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Taco Meatball Ring, a dish that combines the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with the comforting goodness of classic meatballs. This innovative recipe transforms traditional meatballs into a savory ring, baked to perfection and smothered in a rich tomato sauce. Accompanying this main attraction are three equally delectable recipes: a refreshing Pico de Gallo, a creamy Guacamole, and a zesty Cilantro Lime Dressing. These accompaniments add layers of flavor and texture, making this dish a fiesta for your taste buds. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this culinary masterpiece, perfect for any occasion.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
TACO MEATBALLS
This is my taco in a ball recipe. Create no-mess tacos or dip in fresh guacamole, ranch dressing, sour cream, salsa, or nacho cheese sauce; you can really get creative and have a taco party with this simple, sure-fire crowd favorite.
Provided by sillymewinkle
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Meatball Appetizer Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.
- Mix ground beef, onion, Cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, salsa, egg, and taco seasoning together in a bowl.
- Form 1-inch balls from the mixture and place into the prepared dish so they aren't touching.
- Bake in the preheated oven until browned and no longer pink in the centers, about 30 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 120.9 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 886.7 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
TACO MEATBALL RING
While it looks complicated, this attractive meatball-filled ring is really very easy to assemble. My family loves tacos, and we find that the crescent roll dough is a nice change from the usual tortilla shells or chips. There are never any leftovers when I serve this at a meal or as a party appetizer! -Brenda Johnson, Davison, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 45m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine 1 cup cheese, water and taco seasoning. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 16 balls., Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 400° until meat is no longer pink, about 12 minutes. Drain meatballs on paper towels. Reduce heat to 375°., Arrange crescent rolls on a greased 15-in. pizza pan, forming a ring with pointed ends facing the outer edge of the pan and wide ends overlapping., Place a meatball on each roll; fold point over meatball and tuck under wide end of roll (meatball will be visible). Repeat. Bake until rolls are golden brown, 15-20 minutes., Transfer to a serving platter. Fill the center of the ring with lettuce, tomato, onions, olives, jalapenos, remaining cheese, and sour cream and salsa if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 457mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
TACO MEATBALL RING
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine 1 cup cheddar cheese, water & taco seasoning. Crumble beef over mixture & mix well. Shape into 16 balls.
- Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake uncovered, at 400 degrees F for 12 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink. Drain the meatballs on paper towels.
- Reduce heat to 375 degrees F. Arrange crescent rolls on a greased 15 inch pizza pan, forming a ring with pointed ends facing the outer edge of the pan & wide ends overlapping.
- Place a meatball on each roll; fold over the meatball and tuck under the wide end of roll (meatball will be visible). Repeat. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until rolls are golden brown.
- Transfer the ring to a serving platter. Fill the center of the ring with lettuce, tomato, green onions, ripe olives, remaining cheddar cheese, and sour cream and salsa, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
TACO MEATBALL RING
My kid's all love this taco ring for our family gatherings in the summertime! Recipe from ~ Taste of Home
Provided by Angela Pietrantonio
Categories Tacos & Burritos
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup cheese, water and taco seasoning. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 16 balls.
- 2. Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 12 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. Drain meatballs on paper towels. Reduce heat to 375°.
- 3. Arrange crescent rolls on a greased 15-in. pizza pan, forming a ring with pointed ends facing the outer edge of the pan and wide ends overlapping.
- 4. Place a meatball on each roll; fold point over meatball and tuck under wide end of roll (meatball will be visible). Repeat. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until rolls are golden brown.
- 5. Transfer to a serving platter. Fill the center of the ring with lettuce, tomato, onions, olives, jalapenos, remaining cheese, and sour cream and salsa if desired. Yield: 16 servings. 5 points per serving
TACO MEATBALLS
"If your family likes meatballs, try these for something a little different," suggests Jackie Hannahs from Fountain, Michigan. The moist meatballs get plenty of zippy flavor from taco seasoning mix. "Plus, they're baked, so there is very little mess."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until no longer pink; drain. Serve with salsa and taco sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 407mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.
TACO RING
This is quick and easy and the kids will love it. Serve with lettuce, tomatoes, and the rest of the sour cream and cheese. Add salsa for a zing!
Provided by WNBAADDICT
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Mix water and taco seasoning mix into ground beef; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until water is evaporated, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix ground beef mixture, 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese, and 1/2 of the sour cream together in a bowl.
- Roll crescent roll dough out onto a baking stone in the shape of a sunflower, with the triangle points pointing outward. Spread ground beef mixture onto dough in a circular shape. Wrap pointed end of dough around the beef mixture, sealing to the other end of dough making a ring-shape.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 25 minutes. Serve alongside the remaining Cheddar cheese and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 76.7 mg, Fat 36.1 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 16.1 g, Sodium 981.3 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
Tips:
- Use a combination of ground beef and ground pork for the meatballs to add extra flavor and moisture.
- Feel free to customize the taco seasoning mix to your liking. You can add more or less chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, depending on your taste preferences.
- If you don't have taco seasoning mix, you can make your own by combining the individual spices. Simply mix together 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder.
- Be sure to cook the meatballs thoroughly before assembling the ring. This will help to ensure that they are cooked evenly and safely to eat.
- Use a bundt pan or angel food cake pan to shape the meatball ring. This will give it a classic, festive appearance.
- Feel free to get creative with the toppings for your meatball ring. Some popular options include shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and diced tomatoes.
Conclusion:
The taco meatball ring is a fun and easy dish that is perfect for parties and potlucks. It is also a great way to use up leftover taco meat. With its combination of savory meatballs, flavorful taco seasoning, and melty cheese, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a unique and delicious appetizer or main course, give the taco meatball ring a try!
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