Tacos de Acelga

Tacos de Acelga are a delightful vegetarian snack featuring flavorful Swiss chard wrapped in warm tortillas, perfect for a light meal or appetizer. This dish combines the earthy taste of chard with spices and creamy cheese, creating a satisfying and nutritious option.

Tacos de Acelga
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
260 kcal

Ingredients

  • Swiss chard - 200 grams
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Onion - 1 small, chopped
  • Cumin - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Corn tortillas - 4 pieces
  • Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
  • Sour cream - 2 tablespoons
  • Lime - 1, cut into wedges

Steps

  1. Rinse the Swiss chard leaves and remove the thick stems. Chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the chopped Swiss chard, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chard is wilted and tender.
  5. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
  6. To assemble the tacos, place a generous spoonful of the Swiss chard mixture on each tortilla, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, and drizzle with sour cream.
  7. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 260
  • Protein: 9 g
  • Carbs: 30 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg
  • Total Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • High in vitamins A, C, and K from Swiss chard, promoting good vision and a healthy immune system.
  • Rich in dietary fiber, aiding in digestion and promoting gut health.

Tags

MexicanVegetarianSnack