Foodie Friday: Fresh Veggie Tacos

Sep 06, 2019

Foodie Friday: Fresh Veggie Tacos

There is no question that these veggie stuffed tacos are both healthy and delicious. Fresh asparagus, sweet peppers, corn, onion, pinto beans and cilantro create a tasty blend of flavors.

✳To increase your protein intake, feel free to throw in strips of lean chicken breast. Serve with sliced avocado and a side of salsa.

Servings: 6

Here's what you need...

• 1 teaspoon olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 2 cups asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces

• 1 cup sweet peppers, chopped (red, yellow, orange or all three!)

• 3 ears of corn, kernels shaved off

• 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed

• 1/4 chopped cilantro

• 6 whole wheat tortillas

• 1 avocado, sliced

• Salsa

Directions:

1. Place the olive oil and garlic in a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté for about three minutes or until the onions begin to soften.

2. Add the asparagus and continue to sauté , stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.

3. Add the peppers and continue to sauté , stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.

4. Add the corn, beans and cilantro and sauté for 5 more minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Note: Make sure you don't overcook the vegetables. You want them to be tender but not too soft.

5. Remove from heat. Place a scoop of the veggie mixture in each tortilla and top with sliced avocado. Serve with your favorite salsa ????

Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 308 calories, 8g fat, 46g carbohydrate, 13g fiber, and 12g protein

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