Protein-Packed Crispy Beef Tacos
Get ready to rustle up some serious protein, taco-style. Smash ground beef in your pan until it’s got a crispy, crusty sear, then chop it up and pile it into taco shells paired with Old El Paso™ Traditional Refried Beans for a mighty-fine protein two-step. Add a drizzle of cool Greek yogurt lime crema (yeehaw, protein #3!), and you’re ready to go. Got extra crema? Dip away, cowboy.
Ingredient List
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 lime, juiced (2 tablespoons)
- 1 packet (1 oz) Old El Paso™ Original Taco Seasoning Mix, divided
- 1 lb ground beef (at least 80% lean)
- 1 can (16 oz) Old El Paso™ Traditional Refried Beans, heated
- 1 box (4.7 oz) Old El Paso™ Stand 'n Stuff Taco Shells (10 Count), heated as directed on package
Preparation
In a small bowl, stir together Greek yogurt, lime juice, 1/4 cup water, and 1 teaspoon taco seasoning mix. Set aside.
Heat a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and press into an even layer, covering the bottom of the skillet. Cook undisturbed for 6 to 7 minutes, until deeply browned and crisp on the bottom. Flip and cook 3 to 4 minutes more, until browned and cooked through.
Break the beef into bite-size pieces. Stir in remaining taco seasoning mix and 3/4 cup water. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has thickened and coats the beef.
Spread about 2 tablespoons of refried beans into each taco shell, divide the beef among the shells, and serve with toppings of choice and a drizzle of Greek yogurt sauce.
Expert Tips
- These high-protein tacos pack crispy beef, refried beans, and creamy Greek yogurt sauce into every bite. A delicious way to add protein to taco night!
Pile on the fixin’s with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese. Want even more? You bet your taco. Try sliced green onion, sliced jalapeño, or a drizzle of your favorite hot sauce.
For a richer sauce, reach for full-fat Greek yogurt. For a lighter ride, go with nonfat.
A little extra heat never hurts a taco. Stir some hot sauce into the Greek yogurt sauce for a spicy li’l kick.
Nutrition
- 2 Tacos Calories 410 (Calories from Fat 180); Total Fat 19g (Saturated Fat 8g ,Trans Fat 1/2g); Cholesterol 65mg; Sodium 810mg; Potassium 480mg; Total Carbohydrate 33g (Dietary Fiber 4g ,Sugars 2g); Protein 26g
- % Daily Value: Vitamin A 0%; Vitamin C 0%; Calcium 10%; Iron 20%
- Exchanges: 1 1/2 Starch; 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 1 Very Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Fat
- Carbohydrate Choice: 2
