Heart-Healthy Crunchy Beef Tacos
Elevate your taco night with these Heart-Healthy Crunchy Beef Tacos, a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite! Featuring lean ground beef seasoned with low-sodium taco seasoning, these tacos are packed with bold, savory flavors while remaining mindful of your heart health. The filling is complemented by vibrant diced onions, red bell peppers, and garlic, all sautéed to perfection. Served in crispy whole-grain taco shells, each taco is topped with wholesome ingredients like shredded romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado slices, and a dollop of low-fat Greek yogurt for a pop of tangy goodness. Garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, these tacos are loaded with nutrient-rich toppings that add freshness and flair. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or your next gathering—bringing together healthy eating and irresistible crunch in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground beef (95% lean)
- 12 pieces Whole-grain taco shells
- 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
- 1 medium, diced Red bell pepper
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium taco seasoning
- 0.25 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 cup, quartered Cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups, shredded Romaine lettuce
- 0.5 cup, chopped Cilantro
- 1 medium, sliced Avocado
- 1 medium, cut into wedges Lime
- 0.5 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the lean ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet. This step helps maintain the heart-healthiness of the dish.
Add the low-sodium taco seasoning and 0.25 cup of water to the beef mixture. Stir until well combined.
Let the beef mixture simmer for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
While the beef is simmering, lightly toast the whole-grain taco shells in an oven preheated to 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes until they're nice and crunchy.
Assemble the tacos by filling each shell with a portion of the beef mixture.
Top each taco with shredded romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, and a dollop of low-fat Greek yogurt.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and squeeze a wedge of lime over the top for a zesty finish.
Serve immediately and enjoy the heart-healthy flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2889 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.7 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.9 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 378 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 2256 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 332.1 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 58.6 g | 209% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.3 g | ||
| Protein | 180.0 g | 360% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 823 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 34.2 mg | 190% | |
| Potassium | 4023 mg | 86% | |
*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.
