Copycat Taco Bell Meximelts

This nostalgic Taco Bell recipe was removed from their menu in summer 2019 but you can still make it at home!

I'm not sure why I don't eat tacos with pico de gallo more often. It's way better than just a couple tomatoes thrown on there or some mushy salsa from a jar. It's fresh and zesty! I'm not sure if Taco Bell sells these anymore, but I guarantee homemade is better :)

What you need:

• 1 Tbsp. olive oil

• 1 lb. ground turkey

• 1 Taco Bell taco seasoning packet

• 4 plum tomatoes, diced

• 1/2 to 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced

• 1/2 white onion, diced

• 1/4 cup cilantro, diced

• Juice from 1 lime

• Salt and pepper

• Tortillas

• Mexican style cheese

• Hot sauce

Directions:

1. Cook turkey in olive oil until browned; drain if necessary. Mix in taco seasoning packet plus water, as called for on packet.

2. In a bowl, mix together tomatoes, jalapeno, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt and pepper.

3. Serve seasoned turkey in a tortilla, topped with prepared pico de gallo, cheese, and hot sauce, if desired.

Recipe from The Tasty Fork

Originally posted on Fantastical Sharing of Recipes on November 5, 2013