Greek Tacos

Name: Greek Tacos
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 12 servings..
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean); 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained; 2 teaspoons Greek seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 cups fresh baby spinach; 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained; 1 package (4-1/2 ounces) taco shells; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1/4 cup chopped red onion

Try a surprising twist on tacos by using Greek seasoning, spinach and feta instead of taco seasoning, lettuce and cheddar. You'll be impressed! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 teaspoons Greek seasoning
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 package (4-1/2 ounces) taco shells
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped red onion

Directions

In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, Greek seasoning, garlic and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 8-10 minutes or until thickened. Add spinach and olives; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until spinach is wilted.
Meanwhile, place taco shells on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 300° for 3-5 minutes or until heated through. Spoon about 1/4 cup beef mixture into each shell. Top with feta cheese and onion.

Editor’s Note: For a substitute for 1 tablespoon Greek seasoning use 1/2 teaspoon each dried oregano, dried marjoram, garlic powder, lemon-pepper seasoning, ground mustard and salt. Omit the salt if recipes calls for salt.

Nutrition Facts

1 1 taco (prepared with lean ground beef and reduced-fat feta cheese): 130 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 386mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 lean meat, 1 fat, 1/2 starch.

Originally published as Greek Tacos in Simple & Delicious January/February 2007

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dyes

Mar 2, 2019

I rated this recipe back in 2009 and I haven't stopped making it since. We still love it and now my children prepare it for their families. I used to serve sour cream on the side, but we recently tried homemade tzatziki sauce and it's a winner. I've served the filling in taco shells, pita pockets and naan. All delicious. The recipe says it serves 12. We've always found it to be the right amount for a family of 4. Nowadays I double or triple the recipe when I make it. It's great for a potluck because people can assemble their own to their liking.
MaroT4

Apr 21, 2017

FANTASTIC recipe! (I made my own Greek spice which had cinnamon) Definitely use the red onion, it added a nice fresh crunch. I had little left over but it made a nice wrap for lunch the following day. Please try this recipe, You will love it! I'm going to make it at least 1x a month!!!
PrplMonky5

Aug 25, 2016

My husband and I enjoyed this, it tasted very fresh (unlike the normal Mexican taco seasoning). Unfortunately I don't feel like I could taste any of the Greek seasoning. Next time I'll increase that. I used ground chicken, seemed to work fine. I also didn't put the spinach in with the mix, instead I put the spinach on top of the taco with the feta (gave it more of a crunch!). I too used soft flour tortillas and it was yummy. We will make this again with some modifications.
clara11

Apr 14, 2016

Excellent! I used fire-roasted diced tomatoes and flour tortillas as that's what I had on hand. Already looking forward to making them again!
Kathyvoscrawford

Oct 26, 2015

These were DELICIOUS!! I may never do Mexican tacos again!!
Julee.Nevarez

Feb 1, 2013

Our whole family loved these...they will probably be our new standard taco recipe!
12Knights4Mari

Apr 10, 2012

These weren't bad, but I probably won't make them again. It could have used more seasoning. I think I will stick to regular tacos.
Heidirulz1

Mar 28, 2012

Absolutely one of my favorite recipes. I highly recomment them. You will NOT be disappointed.
erdislindsey

Oct 17, 2011

This is one of the best taco recipes ever! I used veggie crumbles the first time I made it and it was one of the best recipes I've ever tried.
rorie1

Sep 21, 2011

ever since I tried this recipe it was a hit with my family.I since made it for my sister and brother in-law they also enjoyed it and request it often its just hard to find a nice side dish to go with it help please