Heart-Healthy Steak Tacos
Savor the bold flavors and health-conscious ingredients of Heart-Healthy Steak Tacos, an irresistible twist on a Tex-Mex favorite. Made with lean sirloin or flank steak seasoned with smoked paprika, cumin, and garlic powder, these tacos are packed with flavor while staying low in saturated fats. Grilled to perfection and paired with a creamy avocado Greek yogurt sauce, these tacos offer a nutritious and vibrant topping lineup of shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and red onions wrapped in whole-grain tortillas. With only 30 minutes of prep and cook time, this quick and wholesome meal is perfect for busy weeknights. Serve with lime wedges for a zesty finish to elevate every bite! Perfect keywords to note: heart-healthy steak tacos, grilled steak tacos, avocado yogurt sauce, lean beef tacos.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Lean beef steak (such as sirloin or flank steak)
- 2 teaspoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 6 small Whole-grain tortillas
- 1 medium (ripe) Avocado
- 0.25 cup Plain low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 cup Shredded lettuce
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Diced red onion
- 0.25 cup Low-sodium salsa (optional)
- 4 pieces Lime wedges
Instructions
1. Preheat grill or stovetop skillet over medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
3. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the steak and let it rest for 5 minutes at room temperature.
4. Grill or cook the steak for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your preferred doneness (use a meat thermometer for accuracy: 135°F for medium-rare, 145°F for medium).
5. Remove the steak from the grill or skillet, tent it loosely with foil, and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
6. While the steak is resting, prepare the avocado yogurt sauce. In a small bowl, mash the avocado and mix it with Greek yogurt, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Stir until well combined and smooth.
7. Lightly warm the whole-grain tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet for 20-30 seconds per side.
8. Assemble the tacos: Place a few slices of steak in each tortilla and top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onion, and a dollop of the avocado yogurt sauce. Add salsa if desired.
9. Serve the tacos with lime wedges for squeezing over the top and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1932 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.7 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.3 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 2944 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.2 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.0 g | 132% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 126.4 g | 253% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 523 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 23.3 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 3359 mg | 71% | |
*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.
