Low Fat Classic Ground Beef Tacos
Satisfy your taco cravings without the guilt with these flavorful Low Fat Classic Ground Beef Tacos! Made with lean ground beef, fragrant spices like chili powder and smoked paprika, and a touch of crushed tomatoes for a rich, savory base, these tacos deliver all the classic flavors you love in a healthier package. Each corn tortilla is loaded with the perfectly seasoned beef and topped with crisp shredded lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, reduced-fat cheddar cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering. Serve with lime wedges for a zesty squeeze of freshness, and enjoy every bite of this crowd-pleasing dish that's both satisfying and nutritious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef (10% fat or less)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the lean ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until fully browned, about 5 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet, if necessary.
Add the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the beef mixture. Stir well to combine the spices with the meat.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and allow the mixture to simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld.
While the beef mixture is simmering, warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
Assemble the tacos by placing an even amount of the cooked beef mixture into each tortilla.
Top the beef with shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, reduced-fat cheddar cheese, and fresh cilantro.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2193 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.1 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.0 g | 145% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 358 mg | 119% | |
| Sodium | 2439 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 228.0 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.1 g | 158% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.1 g | ||
| Protein | 136.3 g | 273% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 857 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 24.1 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 3295 mg | 70% | |
*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.
