Smash Burger Tacos Recipe
Get the best of both worlds with this easy smash burger taco recipe! Made in just 40 minutes, this viral-worthy recipe isn't just tasty - it’s protein-packed, customizable, and lighter than traditional fast food burgers. It’s easy as it is flavorful, and I love how you can easily make it your own to adapt to your diet and lifestyle.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 367kcal
Ingredients
For the Smash Burgers:
- 1 pounds ground beef
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper ground
- 8 small tortillas flour or low-carb alternative
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Cooking oil for frying
For the Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup dill pickle relish
- 2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- ½ teaspoon paprika powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
For Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- ¼ cup onions chopped
Instructions
- Season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Then, divide it into 8 equal portions and shape them into balls. Arrange each meatball over a tortilla and use your fingers to flatten it out into a thin patty that covers most of the tortilla’s surface.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat and add a small amount of cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Place a tortilla in the skillet with the meat side down. Cook the burger on one side for about 2 minutes until the beef begins to brown.
- Flip the tortilla and burger over and immediately sprinkle a portion of shredded mozzarella cheese over the cooking beef patty.
- Cover with a lid and continue cooking for another 2 minutes or until the burger is cooked to your desired level of doneness and cheese is melted.
- Remove the smash burger from the skillet and set it aside. Repeat this process with the remaining meat and tortilla pairs.
- Combine all of the sauce ingredients in a bowl. Mix well, then set the sauce aside.
- Once all are cooked, assemble the tacos by layering onion, sauce, and lettuce over the cooked meat and cheese. Fold the tortilla in half, creating a taco shape and serve immediately.
Notes
- Smash the beef before placing it on the pan while it's still cold to help hold its shape and ensure a thinner, crispier patty.
- If you're using a burger press or spatula, place parchment paper over the beef before smashing to prevent sticking and keep things neat.
- Add the cheese just after flipping the patty so it melts perfectly.
- After the patties cook, give the tortillas a quick toast in the leftover beef drippings for extra flavor and crunch.
- This is optional, but making the sauce an hour (or a day) in advance lets the flavors meld better.
- Less is more - too many toppings can overpower the beef and make the taco messy to eat. Stick to crisp lettuce, onions, and just enough sauce for balance.
Nutrition
Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 663mg | Fiber: 2g | Net Carbohydrates: 16g
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