smash burger taco on grill
These grilled smash burger tacos combine juicy beef, melty cheese, and crispy tortillas with the bold toppings of a burger—all made directly on your grill.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 tacos
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Regular
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 8 slices American cheese
- Shredded lettuce
- Pickle slices
- Burger sauce (mayo, ketchup, mustard, relish)
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat grill to high heat (450°F) with a cast iron skillet or griddle.
2. Divide ground beef into 8 equal balls.
3. Place a ball of beef onto each tortilla and smash flat to cover tortilla surface.
4. Place meat-side down on hot griddle. Press firmly for crispy sear (about 90 seconds).
5. Flip, add cheese, and cook for 30 seconds.
6. Remove from grill and top with lettuce, pickles, and sauce.
7. Serve immediately or keep warm in foil until ready.
Notes
You can use low-carb tortillas for a keto version.
Add diced onions or jalapeños for extra kick.
Make-ahead tip: prepare beef-on-tortilla stacks ahead and grill later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Find it online: https://moreana.org/smash-burger-taco-on-grill/