Low Fat Beyond Meat and Cheese Empanada
Savor the perfect blend of flavor and health with these Low Fat Beyond Meat and Cheese Empanadas, a guilt-free twist on the beloved Latin American pastry. Packed with a hearty filling made from Beyond Meat ground beef, sautéed onions, garlic, and a hint of cumin and paprika, each bite bursts with tantalizing spices and wholesome goodness. Creamy low-fat mozzarella cheese adds the perfect touch of indulgence, while whole wheat empanada dough ensures a nutritious base. These golden-brown empanadas are brushed with egg white for a beautiful finish and baked to perfection—no frying necessary! Whether you’re looking for a delicious plant-based option or a low-fat, high-protein snack, these empanadas are ideal for every occasion. Easy to prepare and loaded with flavor, they’re a crowd-pleaser that will delight vegetarians and meat-lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 8 ounces Beyond Meat ground beef
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Low-fat shredded mozzarella cheese
- 10 discs Whole wheat empanada dough
- 1 large Egg white
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the Beyond Meat ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned and heated through, about 6-8 minutes.
Season the mixture with paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly. Then, mix in the low-fat shredded mozzarella cheese and chopped cilantro.
Lay out the empanada dough discs and place approximately 2 tablespoons of the filling in the center of each round.
Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and seal the edges by pressing with a fork.
Brush the tops of the empanadas lightly with egg white to help them brown while baking.
Place the empanadas on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the empanadas are golden brown.
Allow the empanadas to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your low-fat Beyond Meat and cheese empanadas hot or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2639 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 133.5 g | 171% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.1 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 6247 mg | 272% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 230.6 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.4 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.8 g | ||
| Protein | 154.5 g | 309% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2079 mg | 160% | |
| Iron | 22.5 mg | 125% | |
| Potassium | 1619 mg | 34% | |
*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.
