More Than Meat Tacos
Elevate your taco night with these flavorful and hearty "More Than Meat Tacos," a recipe that packs a delicious punch with a satisfying blend of protein-packed ground beef, tender black beans, and sweet corn kernels. Sautéed with fresh red bell peppers, onions, and a perfect medley of spices including cumin, chili powder, and paprika, this dish is a fiesta of bold flavors and textures. Quick and easy to prepare, these tacos come together in just 35 minutes, making them a perfect weeknight dinner option. Serve them in soft flour or corn tortillas and load them up with your favorite toppings—crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy sour cream, cheddar cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Don't forget a squeeze of lime for that zesty finish! Whether you're hosting Taco Tuesday or simply craving a mouthwatering meal, these better-than-basic tacos are sure to impress. Perfect for families or gatherings, they’re a crowd-pleasing recipe you'll turn to time and time again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup canned black beans
- 0.5 cup canned corn kernels
- 1 large red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1.5 teaspoons chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 pieces small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 pieces lime wedges
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked.
Drain any excess grease from the skillet, if necessary.
Add the black beans, corn, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
Lower the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.
In the meantime, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet, in the oven, or in the microwave according to your preference.
Assemble the tacos by spooning the beef and bean mixture into each tortilla.
Top with shredded lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra pop of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
808 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.4 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.3 g | 107% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1222 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 37.5 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 396 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 932 mg | 20% | |
*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.
