Best 3 Lighter Beef Tacos Recipes

**Lighter Beef Tacos: A Culinary Symphony of Flavor and Nutrition**

Tacos, a quintessential Mexican dish, have captured the hearts and taste buds of people worldwide. Their versatility and adaptability make them a beloved culinary canvas, allowing for endless variations and interpretations. Our collection of lighter beef taco recipes aims to tantalize your taste buds while promoting a healthier lifestyle. From classic street-style tacos to innovative fusion creations, these recipes offer a symphony of flavors, textures, and nutritional goodness. Embark on a culinary journey with our lighter beef tacos, where every bite is a celebration of taste and well-being.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

LIGHT TACOS

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Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Time 1h18m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 orange, unpeeled and thinly sliced, divided
1/2 onion, peeled and thinly sliced, divided
4 cloves garlic, halved and smashed, divided
2 1/4 pound flank steak
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup light-colored beer, preferably lager
1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 large lime, juiced
1/2 serrano chile, seeded and minced
1 green onion, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and thinly sliced

Steps:

For the steak: Scatter half the orange slices, half the onion slices, and half the garlic pieces on the bottom of a glass dish large enough to hold the flank steak. Sprinkle the flank steak all over with salt and pepper and place in the prepared baking dish. Scatter the remaining oranges, onions, and garlic over the flank steak and pour the beer over. Cover with plastic wrap and let stand for 1 hour at room temperature or overnight in the fridge.
Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill.
Remove the meat from the marinade. Discard the marinade. Grill the steak to desired doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let the steak rest for 10 minutes. Transfer the grilled flank steak to a cutting board and cut crosswise into strips.
For the salsa: In a small bowl mix together the salsa ingredients.
To assemble: Using the butter lettuce leaves, make tacos using slices of flank steak and avocados. Drizzle with the salsa.
Cook's Note: The marinated steak can also be broiled.

LIGHTER BEEF TACOS

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These soft tacos use lean ground sirloin and low-fat corn tortillas as sensible substitutions. Skip the sour cream and guacamole -- opt for a fiery salsa instead.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes Ground Beef Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 teaspoon vegetable oil, such as safflower
1 large onion, chopped
2 bell peppers (ribs and seeds removed), chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
Coarse salt and ground pepper
3/4 pound ground beef sirloin
12 soft corn tortillas (6-inch)
Store-bought salsa and shredded iceberg lettuce, for serving

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium. Add onion and bell peppers; cook until crisp-tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add 1 cup water; cook until water has evaporated and vegetables are softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
Add garlic, tomato paste, chili powder, and cumin; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add beef. Cook, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Season taco filling with salt and pepper. To serve, spoon filling onto tortillas, top with salsa and lettuce, and fold to enclose.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 23 g

AIR-FRYER FISH TACOS

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These crispy air-fryer fish tacos are good enough to challenge the best food truck. I love that the fish is deliciously guilt-free because it's air-fried instead of deep-fried. -Lena Lim, Seattle, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon lime juice
4 tilapia fillets (4 ounces each)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg white, beaten
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
Cooking spray
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon each white pepper, cayenne pepper and paprika
8 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed
1 large tomato, finely chopped

Steps:

Place sour cream, chiles, cilantro and lime juice in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Set aside. , Cut each tilapia fillet lengthwise into 2 portions. Place flour, egg white and bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls. Dip tilapia in flour, then egg white, then crumbs. , Preheat air fryer to 400°. In batches, arrange fillets in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until fish flakes easily with a fork, 10-12 minutes, turning once. , Combine seasonings; sprinkle over fish. Place a portion of fish on each tortilla; top with about 2 tablespoons sour cream mixture. Sprinkle with tomato. If desired, top with additional cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

For the most flavorful beef tacos, use a combination of ground chuck and ground sirloin.
Season the beef generously with chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Cook the beef over medium heat until it is browned and cooked through.
To make the tacos lighter, use whole wheat tortillas or corn tortillas.
Fill the tacos with your favorite toppings, such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, and salsa.
Serve the tacos with a side of sour cream and guacamole.

Conclusion:

These lighter beef tacos are a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. They are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends.