Lightened Taco Bell Mexican Pizza – Copycat

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 0
Lightened Taco Bell Mexican Pizza - Copycat recipe
in Mexican

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb lean ground beef
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon diced minced onion
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder ( Spanish is best )
2 tablespoons water
8 flour tortillas
cooking spray
1 can low fat refried beans
1/3 cup diced tomato
2/3 cup mild picante sauce
1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded low-fat monterey jack cheese
1/4 cup chopped green onion
1/4 cup sliced black olives

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
413
Sugar
4g
Fat
18g
The Lightened Taco Bell Mexican Pizza is a copycat recipe of the fast food classic. This version is made with lean ground beef, low-fat cheese, and plenty of veggies for added nutrition. The pizzas are easy to make and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. They are also a great way to satisfy a fast food craving without all the calories and sodium. Serve with a side of salsa and guacamole for a delicious and nutritious meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2.In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain off any excess fat and season with salt.
3.Add the minced onion, paprika, and chili powder to the skillet and stir well. Add the water and simmer for a few minutes until the spice mixture thickens.
4.Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray and place four tortillas on it. Spread a spoonful of refried beans on each tortilla.
5.Top the refried beans with a spoonful of the beef mixture, followed by a spoonful of picante sauce.
6.Top each pizza with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, tomato, green onion, and sliced black olives.
7.Top each pizza with another tortilla and lightly spray with cooking spray.
8.Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot.

PROS

These Lightened Taco Bell Mexican Pizzas are a healthier version of the fast food classic.

With lean ground beef and low-fat cheese, they are lower in calories and fat than the original.

They are also easy to make and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

CONS

These pizzas are still high in sodium and may not be suitable for those on a low-sodium diet.

They are also not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These Lightened Taco Bell Mexican Pizzas are a good source of protein and fiber.
The lean ground beef provides protein, while the refried beans and veggies add fiber.
They are also a good source of calcium and other essential nutrients.

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