Heart-Healthy Beef Street Tacos
Elevate taco night with these Heart-Healthy Beef Street Tacos, a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite! Packed with flavor and nutrition, this recipe features lean ground beef seasoned with a low-sodium taco blend, all nestled in warm whole wheat corn tortillas for a wholesome base. Fresh toppings like creamy avocado slices, vibrant tomatoes, zingy red onion, and fragrant cilantro add layers of texture and flavor, while a dollop of reduced-fat sour cream ensures indulgence without compromise. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a total cook time of 20 minutes, these tacos are perfect for a quick and nutritious weeknight meal. Low in saturated fat and brimming with heart-smart ingredients, they’re the ultimate healthy street food to satisfy your cravings. Serve with lime wedges for a bright, citrusy finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground beef (at least 90% lean)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Low-sodium taco seasoning
- 8 pieces Whole wheat corn tortillas
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 whole Lime, cut into wedges
- 1 medium Avocado, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Tomatoes, diced
- 0.5 cup Reduced-fat sour cream
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the lean ground beef to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is browned and fully cooked.
Drain any excess fat from the beef in the skillet and return it to the heat.
Sprinkle the low-sodium taco seasoning over the cooked beef and add a couple of tablespoons of water, stirring to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the seasoning is well mixed and heated through.
Warm the whole wheat corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds on each side or until they are pliable.
Assemble the tacos by dividing the seasoned beef evenly among the warmed tortillas.
Top each taco with chopped red onion, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, and a dollop of reduced-fat sour cream.
Season each taco with a little salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for an added citrusy kick.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.8 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.3 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 353 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 2592 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.0 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.6 g | 152% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 133.0 g | 266% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 662 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 23.1 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 3835 mg | 82% | |
*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.
