Pizzas de Barbacoa

Pizzas de Barbacoa are a delicious Mexican twist on traditional pizza, featuring a savory barbacoa beef topping on a crispy tortilla base. This high-protein dish is perfect for satisfying your cravings while keeping your meal wholesome and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Corn tortillas - 4 large
• Barbacoa beef (cooked, shredded) - 200 grams
• Black beans (canned, drained) - 100 grams
• Shredded low-fat cheese (e.g., mozzarella) - 100 grams
• Fresh cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Red onion (thinly sliced) - 50 grams
• Avocado (sliced) - 1 small
• Sour cream (light) - 4 tablespoons
• Lime (juiced) - 1
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced red onion and sauté until they are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the shredded barbacoa beef and black beans to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir to combine and heat through for about 5 minutes.
4. On a baking sheet, arrange the corn tortillas and top each with the barbacoa and bean mixture, spreading it evenly.
5. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of each tortilla.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, and a drizzle of lime juice.
8. Serve with a dollop of light sour cream on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from avocado, promoting heart health.

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