Tacos de Pimiento

Tacos de Pimiento are vibrant and flavorful tacos filled with roasted bell peppers and spices, offering a delightful vegetarian option for lunch. This dish is not only delicious but also Halal-friendly, making it perfect for everyone to enjoy.

Ingredients

• Corn tortillas - 4 pieces
• Bell peppers (red, yellow, green) - 2 cups (sliced)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves (minced)
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup (chopped)
• Avocado - 1 medium (sliced)
• Lime - 1 (cut into wedges)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced bell peppers, minced garlic, olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the peppers are well coated.
3. Spread the bell pepper mixture onto a baking sheet in a single layer and roast in the oven for 20 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and slightly charred.
4. While the peppers are roasting, warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
5. Once the peppers are done, remove them from the oven and stir in the chopped cilantro.
6. To assemble the tacos, place a generous portion of the roasted bell pepper mixture on each tortilla, top with slices of avocado, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from bell peppers, supporting immune health.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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