Healthy Beef-&-Bean Tacos

15m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
30m
Ready In


"This is a great recipe out of my Weight Watchers "Take-Out Tonight!" cookbook. This also makes an excellent dip for veggies or baked tortillas. This had 6 points per serving on the old program, I also like to add in some 0 point things like salsa, pickled jalapenos and cilantro."

Original is 4 servings
365 Calories. More Nutrition

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Step 2

Place the taco shells on a baking sheet and warm them in the oven, about 8 minutes; keep warm.

Step 3

Meanwhile, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Swirl in the oil, then add the beef, onion, garlic, and seasoning mix.

Step 5

Cook, breaking up the beef with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 8 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the water.

Step 7

Cook, until the liquid has evaporated, about 3 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in the beans and heat through.

Step 9

Spoon about 1/4 cup of the beef mixture into each taco.

Step 10

Top each with the lettuce, tomato, olives, onion, and sour cream.

Nutritional Facts
Serving Size: 1 (289.6 g), Calories 365, Total Fat - 19.8 g, Saturated Fat - 7.4 g, Cholesterol - 60.5 mg, Sodium - 331.1 mg, Total Carbohydrate - 27.3 g, Dietary Fiber - 4.6 g, Sugars - 5.3 g, Protein - 20 g, Calcium - 106.2 mg, Iron - 3.1 mg, Vitamin C - 15 mg, Thiamin - 0.2 mg.

Tips


No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.


  • If you are looking for a lower fat option, you can use ground turkey instead of ground beef.
  • If you are looking for a vegan option, you can replace the ground beef with vegan-friendly crumbles.

  • Substitute ground turkey for the ground beef; this will reduce the fat content of the tacos and make them a healthier option.
  • Replace the taco shells with whole wheat tortillas; this will provide more fiber to the recipe and make it more nutritious.

Vegetarian Tacos Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil, then add 1/2 cup diced mushrooms, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/2 cup diced yellow bell pepper, 1/2 cup diced red onion, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and 3 tablespoons dry taco seasoning mix. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 8 minutes. Stir in 1 1/4 cups fat-free refried beans and 1/2 cup water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has evaporated, about 3 minutes. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the vegetable mixture into each taco. Top each with the lettuce, tomato, olives, onion, and salsa.



Mexican Street Corn Salad:

This Mexican Street Corn Salad is the perfect accompaniment to these Healthy Beef-&-Bean Tacos! It's a creamy, tangy, and crunchy salad that is loaded with flavor. The combination of roasted corn, creamy mayonnaise, lime juice, and Cotija cheese is sure to be a hit! Plus, it's a great way to add some extra vegetables to your meal.


: Mexican Avocado Salad:

This Mexican Avocado Salad is a great way to add some extra flavor and nutrition to your meal. It's a simple mix of avocados, tomatoes, onions, and cilantro, all tossed in a light lime dressing. The creamy avocados provide a great contrast to the crunchy vegetables, while the lime dressing adds a zesty kick. It's a perfect complement to the Mexican Street Corn Salad and makes for a delicious, healthy, and colorful side dish!




FAQ

Q: How many points per serving is this recipe?

A: This recipe has 6 points per serving on the old Weight Watchers program.



Q: What ingredients are needed for this recipe?

A: This recipe requires 1 lb ground beef, 1 onion, 1 bell pepper, 1 can diced tomatoes, 1 can black beans, 1 packet taco seasoning, and 1 cup shredded cheese.

5 Reviews

Marramamba

I will make these again and again! I have to admit to sneaking on some full fat sour cream but otherwise behaved

5.0

review by:
(17 Aug 2020)

dienia b

I used whole black beans really tasty

5.0

review by:
(4 Feb 2020)

pelysma

We really loved these tacos. I didn't have any taco seasoning so I used burrito seasoning. Adding the beans to the meat mixture added some great texture and flavor. We also had some ripe avocado so we added that. Thank you for a great new way to make tacos.

5.0

review by:
(25 Nov 2019)

Wayne Peters

This taco recipe was REALLY fantastic! I thought it was going to be like any other taco recipe, but really, it was way better :) I love the beans added. And we used soft tacos so putting them in oven made them partly crisp, but I admit, I actually liked it that way. Believe it or not, the taste was changed, and for me, this was for the better! Made for a fantastic meal. Thanks for sharing.

5.0

review by:
(26 Jan 2017)

ellie

Very good tacos. We did skip some of the items (olives) but also added salsa and cheese. A fun meal! Thanks for sharing!

5.0

review by:
(3 Feb 2016)

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Fun facts:

Fun Fact 1: The taco shells used in this recipe, known as hard-shell tacos, were popularized in the United States by the Mexican-American restaurateur Ignacio “Nacho” Anaya in the 1940s.

Fun Fact 2: Weight Watchers was founded in 1963 by Jean Nidetch, a homemaker from Queens, New York, who had struggled for years to lose weight.