Heart-Healthy Street Tacos

Transform your taco night with these flavorful and nutritious Heart-Healthy Street Tacos! Crafted with 100% whole-grain corn tortillas and protein-packed skinless chicken breast, these tacos are marinated in a zesty blend of lime juice, olive oil, and spices like cumin and smoked paprika for a bold, smoky flavor. Topped with vibrant shredded red cabbage, crunchy carrots, creamy avocado, tangy low-fat Greek yogurt, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and green onions, every bite is a perfect balance of freshness and richness. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this guilt-free recipe is ideal for anyone craving a delicious, low-fat, and nutrient-dense meal without compromising taste. Perfect for weeknights or gatherings, these tacos make healthy eating both easy and satisfying!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 small Corn tortillas (100% whole-grain, no added salt or fat)
• 1 pound Skinless chicken breast
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika (smoked or sweet)
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Red cabbage (shredded)
• 1 medium Carrot (shredded)
• 0.25 cup Cilantro (chopped)
• 1 medium Avocado (sliced)
• 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt (low-fat)
• 2 stalks Green onions (thinly sliced)

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, create the chicken marinade by combining olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and coat them evenly with the marinade. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 10 minutes (or up to 1 hour in the refrigerator for stronger flavor).

Step 3

While the chicken marinates, prepare the vegetable toppings by shredding the red cabbage and carrot, chopping the cilantro, slicing the avocado, and thinly slicing the green onions.

Step 4

Heat a nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.

Step 5

Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat, about 30 seconds per side, or until pliable.

Step 6

Assemble the tacos by placing sliced chicken onto the tortillas. Top with shredded cabbage, carrots, a dollop of Greek yogurt, avocado slices, and a sprinkle of cilantro and green onions.

Step 7

Serve immediately with a wedge of lime on the side, if desired, for extra zest.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1399.8 grams (1399.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2235

Total Fat 66.40g	85%
Saturated Fat 12.10g	61%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 376mg	125%
Sodium 599mg	26%
Total Carbohydrate 244.70g	89%
Dietary Fiber 44.50g	159%
Total Sugars 19.60g
Protein 175.30g	351%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 604mg	46%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 2651mg	56%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.2%

Protein: 30.8%

Carbs: 43.0%