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Deliciously crispy Taco Ranch Bites ready to be enjoyed.

Taco Ranch Bites

Taco Ranch Bites are an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer filled with savory taco flavors and creamy ranch goodness, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey) Use ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup ranch dressing Divided for drizzling.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or Mexican blend.
  • 1 can crescent roll dough
  • 1 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
Optional Garnishes
  • to taste hot sauce For a spicy kick.
  • to taste avocados Sliced for garnish.
  • to taste olives For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess grease.
  3. Sprinkle in the taco seasoning and half of the ranch dressing. Stir and let simmer for a few minutes.
Assembly
  1. Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
  2. Take a spoonful of the taco mixture and place it near the wide end of the triangle. Top with cheese, tomatoes, and green onions.
  3. Roll the dough around the filling from the wide end to the point.
Baking
  1. Place the Taco Ranch Bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  2. Drizzle remaining ranch dressing on top or serve on the side for dipping.

Notes

Make it vegetarian by substituting ground beef with black beans. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven for the best flavor. Don't skip the garnishes!