Beef and Vegetable Tacos with Cheese

These Beef and Vegetable Tacos are a flavorful combination of seasoned ground beef and fresh vegetables, topped with melted cheese, all wrapped in soft tortillas. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, these tacos are both satisfying and delicious.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 300 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 small, diced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Taco seasoning - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Tortillas - 4 small (soft or corn)
• Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend) - 100 grams
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic, diced bell pepper, and zucchini to the skillet. Sauté for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet and break it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
5. Warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave until pliable.
6. Assemble the tacos by placing the beef and vegetable mixture onto each tortilla, then top with shredded cheese and chopped cilantro.
7. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 720 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from beef, supporting muscle health.
• Contains a variety of vegetables for vitamins and minerals.

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