Tasty California Tacos Recipe

Name: Tasty California Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 15 1/2-oz. can navy or Great Northern beans, undrained; 1/4 cup minced red bell pepper; 1/4 cup minced red onion; 1/2 cup low-fat grated Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 10 6- to 8-inch corn or flour tortillas; Chopped avocado; Chopped tomato; shredded lettuce; Mild salsa

Servings: persons

1
To make California Taco Filling: Put beans, red pepper and red onion into a saucepan, and cook over medium heat.
2
Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and cook, stirring often, for 8 to 10 minutes.
3
Stir in cheese, and season to taste.
4
To prepare Tortillas: Preheat a cast-iron skillet or griddle on stove over medium-high heat.
5
Lay tortillas on skillet or griddle for about 10 seconds.
6
Turn and warm other side.
7
Remove from heat, and wrap in a napkin or dishcloth until ready to assemble tacos.
8
To assemble, set a tortilla on a plate, and spoon on some filling.
9
Top as desired, roll up and eat.

992

kcal

Calories

Fat

199

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 15 1/2-oz. can navy or Great Northern beans, undrained, 1/4 cup minced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup minced red onion, 1/2 cup low-fat grated Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese, and more.

Yes, Tasty California Tacos falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tasty California Tacos

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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