These easy protein tacos are the perfect lunch/dinner recipe. It is packed with protein, carbs, and healthy fats to energize you for the day! They are so easy to make taking about only 10 minutes.
Are you looking for a healthy lunch recipe that takes barely any time to make? These easy protein tacos are absolutely perfect! They require very little time and are great if you have leftover ground beef or meat.
Tacos are a good healthy recipe and a great way to receive nutrients! Made up of healthy carbs, fat, and protein, this meal will allow you to feel full and satisfied.
While tacos can be eaten anytime of day, I love to make them for lunch. They are quick, easy, and can be made in so many ways. This recipe is one of my favorite taco combination and is my go to!
I hope ya’ll enjoy this recipe as much as I do!
Protein Taco Ingredients
Siete Tortillas- You can use any tortillas, but Siete is my favorite. There are no additives or inflammatory ingredients!
substitutions- corn tortillas
Ground Beef- I buy 90% lean 10% fat and always try to get grass fed!
substitutions- grilled chicken, mahi mahi, cod, salmon, ground turkey, shrimp
Bell Peppers- These are great for added nutrients and veggies! I get a bag of mini bell peppers and use about one pepper for each taco.
substitutions- lettuce, spinach
Avocado- These are so delicious and a great source of healthy fat!
Feta- Great for added flavor and healthy fat!
substitutions- your favorite type of cheese
Pico- Great to add on top for flavor!
substitutions- salsa
How Each Ingredient Benefits Us
Tortillas- A great source of carbohydrates, and sometimes protein depending on the brand. It’s important to buy minimally processed tortillas with good ingredients for full health benefits
Ground Beef- A meat source that is rich in high quality protein, vitamins, and minerals. Beef is also an excellent source of iron.
Bell Peppers- A low calorie vegetable that add a lot of flavor. They provide a good source of Vitamin C and beta carotene. Red peppers are actually green peppers that were left on the vine longer and therefore have a better nutritional profile.
Avocado- They are high in healthy fats, fiber, potassium, magnesium, folate, and vitamins C, K, E and B6. Avocados have been found to have positive links to reducing risk of heart disease and are beneficial for gut health and are high in anti-inflammatory compounds.
Feta- Feta contains vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that provide health benefits such as bone health, boosts immunity, and promotes gut health. It is also a great source of fatty acids.
Pico- A great low calorie topping that is perfect for dip or on top of bowls. It adds a ton of flavor and is also contains a good amount of Vitamin C from lime juice, tomatoes, and onions.
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More Healthy Dinner Recipes:
- Southwest Chipotle Bowl
- Sweet Potato Ground Turkey Bowl
- Chickpea Salad
- BBQ Chicken Bowl
- Honey Glaze Salmon
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Easy Protein Tacos
Description
These easy protein tacos are the perfect lunch/dinner recipe. It is packed with protein, carbs, and healthy fats to energize you for the day! They are so easy to make taking about 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook ground beef on a skillet and season with salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika.
- Prepare veggies: cut peppers + avocado.
- Heat tortillas on stove (30 sec each side).
- Assemble the tacos and add all the ingredients.
- Serve & enjoy!
Notes
- These can be made in so many combinations!
- Perfect if you have leftover ground beef or meat!
- Try to look for organic, grass fed meat.
- This can be for lunch or dinner!
- If you want to make it vegetarian add tofu, black beans, or chickpeas for protein!
- double the recipe for 2 servings!
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