Low Fat Beef Soft Shell Taco
Satisfy your taco cravings without the guilt with these Low Fat Beef Soft Shell Tacos, packed with flavor and nutritious ingredients. Made with lean ground beef and seasoned with aromatic spices like chili powder and cumin, this recipe delivers bold Tex-Mex taste in every bite. Sautéed garlic and onions add depth to the filling, while a touch of low-sodium beef broth enhances the richness without adding unnecessary fat. Nestled in warm corn tortillas, these tacos are topped with crisp shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, a sprinkle of low-fat cheddar, and a dollop of fresh salsa. Garnished with fragrant cilantro and served with lime wedges for a zesty finish, this quick and easy meal is ready in just 35 minutes. Perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner, this recipe is a delicious way to enjoy tacos with a healthy twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean Ground Beef (90% lean)
- 1 teaspoon Olive Oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 0.5 cup Low Sodium Beef Broth
- 8 Corn Tortillas (6-inch)
- 1 cup Lettuce, shredded
- 1 large Tomato, diced
- 0.5 cup Low-Fat Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Salsa
- 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped
- 1 Lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the lean ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it is browned, about 5-6 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet, then return it to the heat.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the beef evenly with the spices.
Pour in the low sodium beef broth, stir, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to thicken slightly.
While the beef mixture is simmering, warm the corn tortillas either in a dry skillet over medium heat or wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for about 30 seconds until pliable.
To assemble the tacos, divide the beef mixture evenly among the warmed corn tortillas.
Top each taco with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, and a sprinkle of low-fat cheddar cheese.
Add a dollop of salsa and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.
Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over before eating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.0 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 90 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 818 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 36.5 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 241 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 753 mg | 16% | |
*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.
