Guaco-Tacos

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 18
Healthy and Tasty Guaco-Tacos
in Mexican

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 can whole tomatoes , drained , rinsed , patted dry
2 roma tomatoes , quartered
1 onion , chopped , divided
1 clove garlic , coarsely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
1/2 jalapeno pepper
salt and pepper to taste
4 avocados , halved with pits removed
12 whole wheat tortillas
1 can kidney beans , rinsed and drained
2 cups torn romaine lettuce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
318
Sugar
4g
Fat
16g
Guaco-Tacos are a delicious and healthy take on traditional Mexican tacos. Instead of using meat, this recipe substitutes it with kidney beans and lettuce, making it a plant-based alternative. The addition of grilled avocado adds a unique and flavorful twist to the dish. The recipe is easy to make, perfect for a weeknight dinner or weekend lunch. With ingredients like avocados, tomatoes, onions, and garlic, this dish not only tastes great but is also nutritious and good for you.

Instructions

1.Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2.Place whole tomatoes, quartered roma tomatoes, half of the chopped onion, garlic, cilantro, and jalapeno pepper in a blender and pulse until combined.
3.Season with salt and pepper.
4.Brush halved avocados with olive oil and place them face down on the grill.
5.Grill avocados for 5 minutes or until lightly charred.
6.Place whole wheat tortillas on the grill and warm through for about a minute on each side.
7.In a bowl, combine rinsed and drained kidney beans, torn romaine lettuce, remaining chopped onion, and the tomato mixture.
8.Spoon the mixture into each tortilla, add a grilled avocado half on top and serve.

PROS

Guaco-Tacos are loaded with healthy ingredients like avocados, tomatoes, kidney beans, onions, garlic, and lettuce.

The grilled avocado adds a smoky flavor to the dish.

It’s a perfect meal for vegetarians and vegans.

It’s a kid-friendly recipe that the whole family can enjoy.

CONS

The use of canned tomatoes might leave a metallic aftertaste to the dish.

Jalapeno pepper might be too spicy for people with low tolerance.

The grilled avocado might burn quickly, so keep an eye on it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is packed with healthy ingredients such as avocados, which are good for the heart and can help with weight management.
Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that may help lower the risk of cancer and heart disease.
Kidney beans are a great source of plant-based protein, fiber, and iron.
Onions and garlic have anti-inflammatory properties and can boost the immune system.
Lettuce is low in calories and provides vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C and folate.

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