Low Sodium Beef Hard Taco
Satisfy your taco cravings with this flavorful and heart-healthy Low Sodium Beef Hard Taco recipe! Designed to deliver bold flavors without the extra salt, these tacos feature lean ground beef simmered in a rich, spice-packed sauce made with paprika, chili powder, and a touch of no-salt-added tomato paste. The crisp hard taco shells serve as the perfect vessel for the savory beef, with fresh toppings like shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, creamy avocado slices, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro adding vibrant color and refreshing texture. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, these tacos are a wholesome and delicious option for family dinners or casual gatherings. Pair with lime wedges for a tangy twist, and enjoy a guilt-free twist on a Mexican-inspired classic! Perfect for low-sodium diets, this recipe lets you savor all the flavor with none of the excess.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (preferably lean, 90% lean or higher)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 Onion, finely chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1.5 tsp Chili powder
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Dried oregano
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste, no added salt
- 8 Hard taco shells
- 2 cups Shredded lettuce
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
- 1 cup Shredded low-fat cheese
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 Avocado, sliced
- 1 Lime wedges
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add finely chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until translucent.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking the beef into small pieces with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
Drain excess fat if needed, then reduce the heat to medium.
Add ground cumin, paprika, chili powder, black pepper, and dried oregano to the beef. Stir well to coat the beef in the spices.
Mix in the tomato paste and water, ensuring all ingredients are well combined. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5-7 minutes, until the liquid is mostly reduced and a thick sauce forms around the beef.
Warm the hard taco shells according to package instructions.
To assemble the tacos, fill each shell with a portion of the beef mixture.
Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, and sliced avocado as desired.
Serve with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor. Enjoy your homemade low-sodium beef tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2362 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.9 g | 169% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.5 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 353 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 2298 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.0 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.4 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.3 g | ||
| Protein | 146.0 g | 292% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1249 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 22.9 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 3601 mg | 77% | |
*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.
