Healthy Bean Chalupas
Transform your weeknight dinner with these **Healthy Bean Chalupas**, a vibrant and nourishing twist on a classic Mexican favorite! Built on a foundation of oven-crisped corn tortillas, these chalupas are loaded with creamy, spiced refried black beans infused with cumin, chili powder, and a splash of tangy lime juice. Fresh toppings like crisp shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, buttery avocado slices, and a sprinkle of sharp cheddar cheese add layers of flavor and texture. Finished with dollops of zesty salsa and protein-packed Greek yogurt, this colorful and wholesome meal comes together in just 25 minutes. Perfect for a quick, vegetarian dinner, these chalupas are packed with fiber and flavor, and they’re easily customizable for any palate. Don’t forget a sprinkle of cilantro for that final fresh touch! **Healthy bean recipes**, **easy vegetarian dinners**, and **Mexican-inspired meals** have never been this delicious—or this simple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces corn tortillas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 cups refried black beans (low sodium)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 medium sliced avocado
- 0.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cups salsa
- 0.25 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Brush both sides of each corn tortilla lightly with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet.
Bake the tortillas for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are crispy and slightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the refried black beans, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and lime juice. Heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until warmed through. Remove from heat.
Spread a portion of the seasoned beans onto each crispy tortilla.
Top each chalupa with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, a sprinkle of cheddar cheese, and a dollop of salsa and Greek yogurt.
Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Healthy Bean Chalupas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2013 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.3 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.4 g | 107% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2039 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 259.9 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 58.8 g | 210% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.0 g | ||
| Protein | 70.6 g | 141% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1018 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 3594 mg | 76% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
