Low Sodium Crispy Tacos
Satisfy your taco cravings the healthy way with these Low Sodium Crispy Tacos! Perfectly seasoned lean ground beef, sautéed with onions and garlic, gets its bold flavor from a blend of cumin, paprika, chili powder, and a zesty splash of fresh lime juice—all without the need for added salt. These tacos are served in homemade crunchy corn tortilla shells that are baked, not fried, to keep things light and guilt-free. Garnish with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, creamy avocado slices, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a vibrant, nutrient-packed meal. A dollop of nonfat Greek yogurt offers a tangy, protein-rich alternative to sour cream. Ready in just 30 minutes, these tacos are a wholesome and flavorful option for your next Taco Tuesday!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (90% lean)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 8 small corn tortillas
- olive oil spray
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, shredded
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned, for about 5-7 minutes.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the beef. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
Stir in cumin, paprika, chili powder, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Remove from heat and add lime juice to the beef mixture, stirring to combine.
Lightly spray both sides of the corn tortillas with olive oil spray.
Drape each tortilla over two bars of your oven rack to create a taco shell shape. Bake for 6-8 minutes or until crispy.
Assemble the tacos by filling each tortilla shell with the seasoned beef mixture.
Top with shredded romaine lettuce, diced tomato, sliced avocado, and a sprinkle of cilantro.
Serve with a dollop of nonfat Greek yogurt in place of sour cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1947 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.7 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.5 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 361 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 525 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.3 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.7 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.6 g | ||
| Protein | 146.2 g | 292% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 475 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 3608 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.
