Beef and Vegetable Tacos with Quinoa

These Beef and Vegetable Tacos with Quinoa are a vibrant and hearty dish, combining savory ground beef with fresh vegetables and nutritious quinoa, all wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for a satisfying meal, they are both flavorful and healthy, making them a great choice for any taco night.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 200 grams
• Quinoa - 100 grams
• Bell pepper (diced) - 1 medium
• Zucchini (diced) - 1 medium
• Red onion (diced) - 1 small
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Corn tortillas - 4 small
• Fresh cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Lime (wedges) - 1

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water, then cook it according to the package instructions, usually about 15 minutes in boiling water.
2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the diced bell pepper and zucchini, cooking for another 5 minutes until they are just tender.
5. Season the beef and vegetable mixture with ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to combine.
6. Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and mix it into the beef and vegetable mixture.
7. Warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan or microwave until pliable.
8. Assemble the tacos by spooning the beef and quinoa mixture onto each tortilla. Top with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

• Calories: 490
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from beef and quinoa, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in fiber from vegetables and quinoa, promoting digestive health.

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