Heart Healthy Black Bean Tacos

Name: Heart Healthy Black Bean Tacos
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp olive oil; 1 medium red onion, chopped fine; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cans (15 oz each) low-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, no salt added; 2 jalapeño peppers, minced; 1 Tbsp lime juice; 1 Tbsp chili powder; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/8 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 12 corn taco shells, warmed (6-inch); 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese; 1 large ripe avocado, pitted, peeled and chopped; 1 large tomato, diced; 2 Tbsp chopped scallions

(5.0)

By Judy Capodanno

Published 2/7/2022

Dietitian Reviewed: Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT

Approved for These Diets:

Heart Healthy | Gluten Free | Diabetic | Vegetarian

Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer

This flavor-packed vegetarian taco recipe features garlicky black beans, tomatoes, and minced jalapeños. Heart-healthy ingredients make this Southwestern-inspired dish one to beat.

Total Time

30 minutes

Servings

12

Calories

132

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How to Make Black Bean Tacos

Tacos

Step 1

In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat until hot. Add onion and garlic and sauté until softened.
Step 2

Stir in the beans, tomatoes, jalapenos (if using), lime juice and seasonings. Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until mixture begins to thicken.
Step 3

Evenly divide mixture among taco shells. Top with cheese, avocado, tomato and scallions.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:

1 taco

132

Calories

5

g

Fat

3

mg

Cholesterol

107

mg

Sodium

18

g

Carbs

1

g

Sat. Fat

4

g

Fiber

5

g

Protein

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