Tacos de Frijoles con Chayote

Tacos de Frijoles con Chayote are a delightful Mexican snack featuring tender chayote and creamy black beans wrapped in warm corn tortillas. This dairy-free dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a light meal or appetizer.

Ingredients

• Corn tortillas - 4 small
• Black beans (cooked) - 1 cup
• Chayote - 1 medium, peeled and diced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Add diced chayote to the skillet, and season with cumin, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the chayote is tender.
3. Stir in the cooked black beans and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
4. Warm the corn tortillas on a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
5. Assemble the tacos by placing a generous spoonful of the chayote and bean mixture onto each tortilla.
6. Top with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 310
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 14 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 480 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants that may reduce inflammation.

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