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Frito Taco Trifle

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Taco trifle

Frito Taco Trifle ~This would be perfect to take to a church covered dish dinner or to serve at a Super Bowl party or to make for the NCAA basketball championship! It is also great for a simple weeknight supper. You can use a 9×11 pan, or just make a taco bar on the table. I liked the trifle becauseI like to spruce up a meal. Sometimes I light votive candles too, but that speech is for a different dinner.

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Taco trifle

Frito Taco Trifle

This would be perfect to take to a church covered dish dinner or to serve at a Super Bowl party.
4.89 from 9 votes
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: game day, nacho, sour cream
Method: NoBake
Skill Level: Intermediate
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Adjust Servings: 12
Calories: 143kcal
Author: Marilyn

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey, or leave out the meat
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1/4 cup taco seasoning
  • 1 Can refried beans optional
  • 2 medium Avocados Ripe, peeled and pitted
  • 2 TBSP red onion finley chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 4 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 Can black olives drained and pitted
  • 4 roma tomatoes chopped
  • 1 Small cucumber peeled and chopped
  • 5 green onions chopped
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese Grated
  • 1 cup mild salsa
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 1 Bag Frito chips Or more

Instructions

  • In a small skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in water and taco seasoning. Cook and stir for two minutes. Stir in one can of refried beans (optional) and heat thoroughly. Let cool slightly while you assemble remaining ingredients.
  • In a small bowl, mash avocados with onion, garlic, and lemon juice (or use prepared guacamole).

In a 3-quart trifle dish (or glass bowl) layer in this order:

  • ground beef mixture
  • avocado mixture
  • shredded lettuce
  • sliced black olives
  • chopped tomatoes
  • chopped cucumber
  • chopped green onions
  • grated cheddar cheese
  • salsa
  • sour cream
  • Repeat all layers, ending with sour cream. You may want to save out a few green onions and black olives for a garnish.
  • Serve immediately with frito chips.

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 143kcal | Carbohydrates: 15.3g (5%) | Protein: 5.4g (11%) | Fat: 7g (11%) | Saturated Fat: 1.3g (7%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 5.7mg (2%) | Sodium: 295mg (12%) | Potassium: 0mg | Fiber: 2g (8%) | Sugar: 0.7g | Vitamin A: 0% | Vitamin C: 0% | Calcium: 0% | Iron: 0%
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Comments

    • Marilyn

      January 11, 2018 at 4:57 PM

      I agree Jessica. This is one of my recipes I hate reviving. I look at it constantly over 2 weeks. I have had Mexican 6 times since the New Year!! And sadly, I am still craving this. LOL. Have a good week!

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  6. Clearissa Coward

    January 10, 2018 at 1:25 PM

    This is a new recipe to me. I’ve never had a trifle. It looks yummy and it’s pretty too. Presentation is everything. Thank you for sharing with and co-hosting Blogging Grandmothers Link Party. I have shared on my social media.

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    • Marilyn

      January 6, 2018 at 11:37 AM

      This is the best. I can’t speak any more highly than by saying I would choose this taco trifle over dessert any day!! I hope you are having a great weekend.

      Reply

  17. Amy

    January 5, 2018 at 11:52 PM

    Oh, yum, Marilyn! I love Mexican food, so this jumps right off the page to me. The only problem is, how would I stop at one serving? 😉 Thanks for sharing at Best of the Weekend!

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    • Marilyn

      January 6, 2018 at 11:35 AM

      Uh hum. Amy, this is one serving!! LOL. No really, you would need an extra bag of fritos scoops. We never have leftovers that is for sure. I hope you are having. A warm weekend.

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    • Marilyn

      January 5, 2018 at 6:28 PM

      Anything recipe you layer can be made into a trifle. I even did a lasagna once, but alas that didn’t look as pretty. Still tasted awesome though!! Thanks Sue. I hope you are having a great weekend.

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  22. Natalie A

    January 3, 2018 at 12:11 PM

    Wow, so many great ingredients, all into one recipe, to make a trifle! This looks so good, and it looks like something my family would love at a party! Thanks for sharing!

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  23. Robin

    January 2, 2018 at 4:45 PM

    Great recipe for a trifle! We love trying new snacks on the weekends. I look forward to trying your recipe. I think it would go great with the weather here in Florida! A bit too cold for me! Thank you for sharing. Happy New Year!

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    • Marilyn

      January 2, 2018 at 7:57 PM

      I am glad you like it! You can make any type of layered food in a trifle. It takes up much less counter space than a normal taco bar! I hope you are enjoying your week.

      Reply

  27. Kimberly

    January 1, 2018 at 11:36 AM

    This is New Years Day, my other half is out of town for work and I’m home alone. I think this is going to be my dinner tonight – maybe make 1/2 size or something… Looks so good! Thanks for sharing your recipe! Kim

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  28. Pat

    January 1, 2018 at 11:19 AM

    Wow, Marilyn, your Taco Trifle is such a fabulous idea and has such stunning presentation. I know this will be a hit at a Superbowl party or any get together with friends.

    Happy New Year!

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    • Marilyn

      December 30, 2017 at 12:35 PM

      Thank you so much Jean. I can’t hold a candle next to you, but I have my own style. My next step is to transfer the recipes to healthier options. Happy New Year!

      Reply

  33. Leanna

    December 27, 2017 at 2:13 PM

    This looks delicious and would be perfect for a crowd. My Christmas tradition is skipping the turkey and enjoy appetizers for a few days instead. This is a perfect addition.

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    • Marilyn

      December 27, 2017 at 3:56 PM

      We typically spend Christmas eve here and Christmas Day with my husband’s family. We put out a spread of everything you can imagine that allows for a full day of grazing. Songs, board games, and multiple trips to the table berween opening a gift or two is how we spend our day. it is the BEST!! I hope you get to enjoy this!!

      Reply

  37. Beverly

    March 6, 2017 at 9:13 AM

    This looks tasty! Thanks for sharing your wonderful recipes with us at Snickerdoodle each week. Pinning. Hope you have a fabulous week, Marilyn.

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    • Marilyn Lesniak

      May 30, 2014 at 7:05 PM

      I love, love, love trifles. To me they put that elegant look on your creations. The trick is to try and get bowls not to deep so you dish doesn’t fall in on itself. Sometimes when I make something just simple, like mac n cheese, or sundaes all in one bowl, I add candles to give off that mesmerizing feeling.thanks for commenting!

      Reply

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