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Caprese Tacos combine the classic flavors of caprese salad with a go-to family favorite – tacos! This easy tacos recipe is made with Italian seasoning for an easy, delicious weeknight meal your family will love!

Soft Tacos filled with ground beef and the ingredients of a caprese salad

Caprese Tacos: Kid Friendly Food

The other day, when Jorden got home from work, Greta took one look at him and said, “Dad….your shirt’s untucked, you’re wearing tennis shoes with your suit, your hair looks crazy….you’re a hot mess!” I’m still laughing about it.

overhead image showing the inside of Italian Caprese Tacos

If there’s one thing that’s true about Greta, it’s that she always knows just what to say (or more like what not to say)….and she always hits the nail on the head. The problem? You usually don’t want to hear it from your 7 year old.

soft flour tortilla tacos filled with the ingredients of a caprese salad

Like the time recently when I was pouring a glass of wine in the midst of a chaotic night and she said, “Oh, you’re pouring wine? Because you’re stressed?” Um….what? Or the time she could tell I was fed up and asked, “Mom, do you even like being a mom?” Or the time Jorden was going to Vegas over spring break and she said, “So you’re choosing your friends over us, huh?” Or the time when she was just three and she told me, “You try to be a good mom but you just can’t.” Seriously, kid? You slay me.

a platter of Caprese Tacos

The good news? She can also hit the nail on the head in other ways….like with food! Greta is my sushi, sparkling water, salted caramel-loving kid. She has good taste in food, and she’s great about letting me know when she likes something I make. Case in point: these Caprese Tacos. They passed the Greta test! Which, as you may imagine, isn’t necessarily an easy thing to do.

Italian tacos made with fresh basil, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese

Caprese Italian Tacos Recipe

So what do we love about these Caprese Tacos? Well, they’re the perfect fusion of Mexican and Italian flavors. There’s something about all those Italian flavors wrapped inside a soft tortilla that makes you think: these just might be the best Italian tacos I’ve ever tasted! Who knew Italian and Mexican would get along so perfectly? Well, now you know. Enjoy!

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Caprese Tacos

Caprese Tacos combine the classic flavors of caprese salad with a go-to family favorite - tacos! These tacos are made with Italian seasoning and make an easy, delicious weeknight meal!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6
Author Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

  • 6 flour tortillas fajita size
  • 20 oz. ground turkey or beef
  • 1 0.7 oz. package Italian Dressing Mix (dry)
  • 3/4 c. tomatoes chopped
  • 4 oz. fresh mozzarella pearls
  • 8-12 fresh basil leaves rolled and sliced
  • 2 Tbsp. pesto optional

Instructions

  1. Brown meat in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add Italian Dressing Mix and mix to combine. Reduce heat to low, stirring occasionally, 5 mins.
  3. Divide meat evenly among tortillas (approx. 1/3 cup meat per tortilla).
  4. Top with tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and pesto.

titled photo collage - Caprese Tacos (Italian Tacos)

 

More Caprese Recipes:

  • Caprese Salsa, from Cookie Dough and Oven Mitt
  • Caprese Polenta Stacks, from Family Food on the Table

Caprese Guacamole
Caprese Guacamole

Caprese Panzanella Salad

Caprese Panzanella salad

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By Cathy Trochelman | April 27, 2016

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  1. Jessica says

    April 27, 2016 at 11:03 am

    I love hearing your Greta stories! Too cute! I also think my girls would LOvE these tacos! I’m making these and SOON! xo

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  2. Holly N @ Spend With Pennies says

    April 27, 2016 at 11:45 am

    What a deliciously fresh take on tacos! I love caprese… and I’ll be putting a little extra basil on mine!

    And LOL! Glad these are Greta approved!

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  3. Bintu | Recipes from a Pantry says

    April 28, 2016 at 10:37 am

    What a perfect blend of Italian flavors and Mexican presentation! My sister will absolutely adore these.

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  4. Ginny says

    April 28, 2016 at 11:12 am

    Greta cracks me up! She is a jewel 🙂 Your tacos also hit the nail on the head. they look amazing!

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  5. Annie says

    April 28, 2016 at 12:34 pm

    What a brilliant idea!! I love this twist on tacos! And such pretty photos!!

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  6. Heather | All Roads Lead to the Kitchen says

    April 28, 2016 at 1:55 pm

    What a fun fusion! I bet the freshness of caprese is the perfect addition to brighten up a taco. Yum!

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  7. Heather says

    April 28, 2016 at 2:24 pm

    I love tacos of any kind and these look awesome! I have a 7 year old girl too so I can totally relate to your Greta stories 🙂 Cant wait to try this recipe.

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  8. rachelle says

    April 28, 2016 at 4:07 pm

    OMG Cathy, hearing the things Greta says literally made me LOL. Also, what a great way to combine 2 favorites.

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  9. Roxana says

    April 28, 2016 at 4:24 pm

    Kids say the funniest things! Glad she likes the tacos though!! They look beautiful!

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  10. Shelley @ Two Healthy Kitchens says

    April 28, 2016 at 6:58 pm

    These look great! I can see why Greta approved! 😀 (My daughter is also sort of the food tester in our house!) Plus, I love fresh mozzarella and tacos in general, so these are definitely perfect for me!

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  11. Lori @ RecipeGirl says

    April 28, 2016 at 10:50 pm

    What a refreshing idea for a taco filling- yum!

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  12. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

    April 29, 2016 at 11:12 am

    Looooove everything about these! It’s only 9:11am and I’m totally craving these!!

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  13. aimee @ like mother like daughter says

    April 29, 2016 at 3:42 pm

    Why have I not tried something like this before?! What an amazing combo!!

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  14. Jean OToole says

    May 19, 2016 at 8:36 pm

    Yum, I’m Italian and Love Mexican! Awesome Tacos!

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