Low-Sodium Taco Fiesta Bar

Build-your-own taco bar featuring seasoned ground beef, fresh toppings, and low-sodium options for a fun and interactive family dinner.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb Lean Ground Beef (16-18% fat)
• 1 kit Dinner Kits
• 3 tbsp Low-Sodium Taco Seasoning
• 1 tsp Cumin
• 1 tsp Chili Powder
• 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
• 3 Roma Tomatoes
• 2 Mixed Bell Peppers (various colors)
• 1.5 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese (low sodium)
• 6 cups Shredded Lettuce
• 1.5 cups Plain Greek Yogurt (full fat)
• 3 Avocado
• 1 jar Salsa
• 2 Lime
• 1/4 cup chopped Fresh Cilantro

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix low-sodium taco seasoning, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika for a more robust spice blend.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess fat.
3. Stir in the prepared spice blend from step 1 and add 3/4 cup water. Simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Ensure the internal temperature of the ground beef reaches 160°F (71°C).
4. While the beef is simmering, prepare the toppings. Dice the tomatoes and bell peppers. Shred the lettuce. Mash the avocado with a squeeze of lime juice and a pinch of salt to prevent browning and enhance flavor. Chop the fresh cilantro.
5. Warm the taco shells or tortillas according to package directions. For a better texture, lightly char the tortillas over an open flame or in a dry skillet for a few seconds per side.
6. Set up the taco bar with the seasoned ground beef, taco shells/tortillas, shredded cheese, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced bell peppers, Greek yogurt, guacamole, salsa, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.
7. Let everyone assemble their own tacos, adding a squeeze of lime juice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro to finish.

Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Suitability: low sodium,high protein

Prep Time: 30 mins

Cook Time: 25 mins

Serving Size: 5

Meal Type: dinner