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Beef Tacos - 520 calorie dinner
Dinner 25 min total easy

Beef Tacos

Three beef tacos with salsa and cabbage slaw. 520 calories, 30g protein.

Beef Tacos has 520 calories per serving, with 30g protein, 48g carbs, 20g fat, and 6g fiber. Prep 10 min, cook 15 min.

Nutrition per serving

1 serving(s)

520

Calories

30g

Protein

60% DV

48g

Carbs

17% DV

20g

Fat

26% DV

Fiber: 6g 21% DV
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* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet

💪 30g protein per serving.

Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

15 min

Servings

1

Est. Cost

$4.50

Servings
1

Beef Tacos

Three street-style corn tortillas loaded with smoky chili-spiced beef and a bright lime-cabbage slaw. A satisfying 520 calories with 30g of protein.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup lean ground beef
  • 3 corn tortillas
  • 1/4 cup salsa
  • 1/2 cup green cabbage, shredded
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup tomatoes, diced
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Whisk lime juice, a pinch of salt, and cilantro into the shredded cabbage to make a quick slaw; set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and saute garlic 30 seconds.
  3. Add ground beef, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; cook 5-7 minutes, breaking it up, until browned and crisp at the edges.
  4. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side.
  5. Fill each tortilla with a spoonful of the seasoned beef.
  6. Top with salsa, diced tomatoes, red onion, and the cabbage slaw.
  7. Finish with a squeeze of lime and extra cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrient Amount
Calories 520 kcal
Protein 30g
Carbs 48g
Fat 20g
Fiber 6g

Tips

  • Toast tortillas over an open flame for a few seconds for charred flavor.
  • Drain excess grease from the beef to keep the tacos from getting soggy.

Dietary tags

high-protein
What do these tags mean?
High protein
≥ 25g protein per serving.
High fiber
≥ 8g fiber per serving.
Meal prep
Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
Low calorie
Under 300 calories per serving.
No cook
No heat source required — assemble and eat.

Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.

🧊 Storage & Reheat

Fridge

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer

Not recommended for freezing.

Reheat

Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout. Add a splash of broth or water to prevent drying.

Equipment

skillet

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