Description

This Taco Pizza Appetizer combines the zesty flavors of tacos with the cheesy goodness of pizza. It's a quick, crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for parties, game nights, or casual family gatherings.

Ingredients

1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough

1 lb ground beef

1 packet taco seasoning mix

1 can (16 oz) refried beans

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)

1 cup shredded lettuce

1 cup diced tomatoes

1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)

1/2 cup sour cream

1/4 cup chopped green onions

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a baking sheet and press the seams together to form a crust.
Bake the crust for 10–12 minutes until golden brown, then let it cool slightly.
In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned; drain the fat.
Stir in the taco seasoning and prepare according to the package instructions.
Spread refried beans evenly over the cooled crust.
Top the beans with the seasoned beef.
Sprinkle shredded cheese over the beef layer.
Return to the oven and bake for 5–7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from oven and top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced olives (if using), sour cream, and chopped green onions.
Cut into squares and serve warm.

Notes

Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.

Add jalapeños or pepper jack cheese for extra spice.

Make it vegetarian by skipping the meat and adding beans, corn, or sautéed vegetables.

Prepare the crust and taco meat ahead for quick assembly later.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in the oven to keep the crust crispy.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 280
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 40mg