High Protein Classic Ground Beef and Cheese Tacos
Satisfy your craving for a hearty and flavorful meal with these High Protein Classic Ground Beef and Cheese Tacos! Perfectly seasoned ground beef, sautéed with garlic and onion, creates a rich and savory filling that's simmered to perfection with taco seasoning. These protein-packed tacos are elevated with creamy black beans, sharp cheddar cheese, sliced avocado, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, all wrapped in warm, pliable corn tortillas. A squeeze of zesty lime and an optional dollop of sour cream add refreshing notes that balance the bold, smoky flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Enjoy this vibrant and customizable dish packed with fresh ingredients and satisfying textures that will have your whole table coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium white onion
- 2 units garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 125 milliliters water
- 150 grams cheddar cheese
- 8 units corn tortillas
- 200 grams black beans
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 unit fresh lime
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 unit avocado
- 125 grams sour cream (optional)
Instructions
Finely chop the white onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion starts to become translucent.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned thoroughly.
Stir in the taco seasoning and add water. Mix well and reduce the heat to medium. Let it simmer for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens.
While the beef is cooking, rinse and drain the black beans. Heat them in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally.
Grate the cheddar cheese and set it aside.
Chop the fresh cilantro and slice the fresh lime into wedges.
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat or directly over a gas flame until pliable, about 30 seconds per side.
To assemble the tacos, spoon a portion of the beef mixture into each tortilla. Top with black beans, grated cheddar cheese, chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, and a squeeze of lime juice.
Optionally, add a dollop of sour cream on top and sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side for added zest.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3415 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.0 g | 251% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.3 g | 382% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 523 mg | 174% | |
| Sodium | 6179 mg | 269% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 263.2 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.8 g | 189% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 154.4 g | 309% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1138 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 3413 mg | 73% | |
*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.
