Whether you are watching the game or just looking for a fun snack, these Mini Air Fryer Tacos are so easy and full of flavor, they make the perfect choice.
Disclosure – I received free samples of the salsa mentioned and used in the recipe as part of a recipe competition. All opinions and thoughts expressed are completely my own.
Easy Game Day Appetizers
We aren’t huge football fans in our house, but we love creating snacks to watch a big game or when we invite friends over.
Our goals for appetizers typically include making something that –
- isn’t too time consuming
- easy to eat
- uses easy to find ingredients
- delicious (duh!)
Mini Air Fryer Tacos
These mini tacos are so full of flavor that they don’t even need any extra dips or toppings. The air fryer makes them perfectly crispy and doesn’t require turning on the oven.
We think these mini air fryer tacos differ from others because they –
- include beans for extra fiber and a bit more protein
- have salsa incorporated inside the tacos for an extra burst of flavor
- feature ground turkey, making them a bit more mediterranean diet friendly
- can be batch cooked in the air fryer
Desert Pepper Salsa – The Mini Taco MVP
These mini tacos feature Desert Pepper Trading Co Cantina Medium Salsa making them so flavorful. The beauty is that the salsa is included inside the mini air fryer tacos, so there is flavor in each and every bite. No extra dipping needed.
“Desert Pepper Trading Company was born and raised on the border of Texas, Mexico, and New Mexico. This amazing crux of bright flavors, sunlight, and the desert Southwest inspires us in every way”.
They have a whole line of fantastic products, including Cantina Style Salsa, Peach & Mango Salsa and Chili con Queso.
Check out more about their company and full line up of products below.
Website: https://www.desertpepper.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DesertPepperTradingCo
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desertpeppertradingco/
You can purchase Desert Pepper Salsa products at: Sprouts, Publix, Hannaford, Harris Teeter, Shop Rite, Walmart, Giant Eagle, Market Basket, Jewel, Meijer.
Mini Air Fryer Tacos Recipe
The filling for these air fryer tacos includes ground turkey, taco seasoning, cheese, Desert Pepper Trading Co Salsa, and refried beans.
You can use the taco seasoning of your choice and either corn or flour tortillas. We used flour tortillas because we like them better but it’s your choice, either work.
Also, we used the air fryer for this recipe but you can also pan fry the mini tacos over the stove. Simply heat avocado or olive oil over medium-high heat in a skillet and then cook tacos for about 2 minutes on each side.
Mini AIr Fryer Tacos
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 3-5 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 can refried beans
- 1/3 cup Desert Pepper Trading Co Cantina Salsa (+ more for serving)
- 16 mini flour tortillas (can substitute corn in desired)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Once warm, add ground turkey and cook until brown and heated through
- Once cooked, add 1-2 tbsp taco seasoning and 1/3 cup water. Stir to combine and then add 1/2 cup shredded cheese (we used cheddar but you can use whatever you prefer)
- Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly
- In small food processor or blender, combine 1/2 can refried beans, Desert Pepper Trading Co Cantina Salsa, and remaining taco seasoning. Pulse to combine. **Note – do not over pulse, you want some consistency to remain and not be fully smooth
- To assemble the mini tacos, take a small tortilla and place a scoop of the ground turkey mixture and top with a scoop of the bean/salsa mixture. Press together to close (the bean mixture will help hold the tacos closed).
- Place the filled tacos in the air fryer and lightly brush tops with remaining olive oil. Air fry for 6 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. You may have to cook in batches, depending on the size of your air fryer.
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