Healthy Bean Chalupas

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 2 (16 ounce) cans pinto beans, undrained
  • 1 (16 ounce) can fat-free refried beans
  • 1 (4 1/2 ounce) can chopped green chilies
  • 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
  • 8 (10 inch) flour tortillas
  • shredded romaine lettuce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 large tomatoes, diced
  • Suggested Condiments
  • salsa

Instructions

  1. Brown ground beef in a large deep skillet, stirring to crumble.
  2. Drain beef well, and set aside.
  3. Wipe skillet clean.
  4. Return beef to skillet; stir in beans, chiles, and seasoning mix.
  5. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring often, until thoroughly heated.
  6. Press each tortilla into a tortilla shell pan or 1-quart oven-safe bowl.
  7. Bake at 375° for 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp.
  8. Place on lettuce-lined serving plates.
  9. Spoon bean mixture evenly into shells; sprinkle with cheese and diced tomato.
  10. Serve with desired condiments.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

387 kcal 19% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 15g 30% DV
Total Fat 12.5g 16% DV
Carbs 49.4g 18% DV
Fiber 7.3g 26% DV
Sugar 5.4g 11% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 2506mg 100% DV
Potassium 750mg 16% DV
Cholesterol 30.5mg 10% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 163.3mcg 18% DV
Vitamin C 11.3mg 13% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 108.3mg 8% DV
Iron 5mg 28% DV

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

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