Beefy Tacos

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef (95 percent lean)
  • 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 can (16 ounces) vegetarian refried beans
  • 1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
  • 2 serrano chiles, seeded and finely chopped
  • 12 small corn tortillas
  • 2 heirloom tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1/3 cup lowfat sour cream (or nonfat plain Greek yogurt with a squirt of fresh lime juice
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Hot sauce, to taste (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, stir beef and onion until brown and cooked through, about 6 minutes. Add garlic, stirring frequently, 1 minute. Drain excess oils and transfer to a slow cooker. Stir in beans, salsa, cheddar and serranos. Cover and let simmer until mixture is cooked through and bubbling, 3 to 4 hours on high or 5 to 6 hours on low. Stir and serve over warmed tortillas; top with tomatoes, lettuce and a dollop of sour cream; garnish with cilantro. Add hot sauce, if desired.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

605 kcal 30% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 26.5g 53% DV
Total Fat 31.2g 40% DV
Carbs 59g 21% DV
Fiber 7.8g 28% DV
Sugar 7.3g 15% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 1386.5mg 60% DV
Potassium 1629.8mg 35% DV
Cholesterol 61mg 20% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 330.3mcg 37% DV
Vitamin C 151.6mg 100% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 718.5mg 55% DV
Iron 13.3mg 74% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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