Beef Soft Tacos with Mango Salsa

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 0
Tasty Beef Soft Tacos with Mango Salsa recipe for an easy dinner
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Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

Black Beans and Rice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onions , finely chopped
1 green bell pepper , finely chopped
2 cloves garlic , minced
4 1/2 cups water
2 cans black beans , rinsed and drained
2 cups brown rice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 bay leaf
ground black pepper to taste
Mango Salsa
2 cups chopped fresh mango
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
2/3 cup chopped green onion
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper , seeded and minced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
Taco Filling :
1 pound lean ground beef
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 package flour tortillas

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
742
Sugar
19g
Fat
28g
Beef Soft Tacos with Mango Salsa is a twist on traditional Mexican cuisine. The use of rice and beans helps to make this dish hearty and filling and is perfect for a busy weekday dinner. The beef filling pairs deliciously with the mango salsa, making the flavors of the taco bright and refreshing. This recipe can also be easily customized to fit preferences, including the addition of toppings and different salsas. Overall, this dish offers a combination of fiber, protein, and healthy fats, making it a well-rounded meal.

Instructions

1.Start by cooking the beans and rice. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onions, green bell pepper, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
2.Add water, black beans, brown rice, cumin, salt, smoked paprika, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 45-50 minutes or until rice is tender. Discard the bay leaf and add black pepper to taste.
3.While the beans and rice are cooking, prepare the mango salsa. In a large bowl, combine chopped mango, chopped red bell pepper, chopped green onion, chopped cilantro, minced jalapeno pepper, fresh lime juice, and olive oil. Stir to combine all ingredients and set aside.
4.Now it's time to prepare the beef filling. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook lean ground beef and chili powder until beef is browned and cooked through. Add ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, and paprika. Stir well to combine.
5.Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave or on a warm skillet before assembling the tacos. To assemble the tacos, spoon the beef filling onto the tortilla, top with black beans and rice mixture, and mango salsa.

PROS

Soft tacos allow for a more filling and less messy taco experience.

The combination of rice and beans make for a complete protein and carbohydrate profile while the mango salsa gives the tacos a flavorful twist.

CONS

The added rice and black beans can make the tacos even more filling, which may not be desired for a smaller meal.

The mango salsa may not be desired by all who try this recipe, and it cannot be made without the mango component.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe provides a combination of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, making it a well-balanced meal.
Black beans are high in fiber and protein, helping with digestive health and overall fullness. The mango contains fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins, supporting the immune system and digestive health.
Additionally, using lean beef and brown rice make this dish relatively low in fat while still providing essential amino acids and micronutrients.

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