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.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Drain any excess grease from the skillet, if necessary.

Step 6

Add the black beans, corn, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Lower the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

In the meantime, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet, in the oven, or in the microwave according to your preference.

Step 9

Assemble the tacos by spooning the beef and bean mixture into each tortilla.

Step 10

Top with shredded lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.

Step 11

Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra pop of flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1916.5 grams (1916.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3071

Total Fat 178.20g	228%
Saturated Fat 82.40g	412%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.70g
Cholesterol 480mg	160%
Sodium 5492mg	239%
Total Carbohydrate 242.20g	88%
Dietary Fiber 44.40g	159%
Total Sugars 32.70g
Protein 151.00g	302%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1614mg	124%
Iron 26mg	142%
Potassium 3747mg	80%

*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: 50.5%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 30.5%