Heart-Healthy Ground Beef with Taco Seasoning

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and nutritious recipe for Heart-Healthy Ground Beef with Taco Seasoning. Made with lean ground beef, aromatic spices, and a zesty hint of lime, this dish is packed with bold, smoky flavor while being mindful of your heart health. Low sodium beef broth and a homemade spice blend—featuring chili powder, smoked paprika, and ground cumin—ensure a healthier take on classic taco-seasoned beef. Fresh cilantro and lime juice add a burst of freshness that perfectly balances the warm seasoning. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile, protein-packed recipe can be served in lettuce wraps, over whole grain tortillas, or atop a vibrant salad for a guilt-free meal the whole family will love. It's quick, wholesome, and undeniably delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic clove, minced
• 0.25 cup low sodium beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 medium lime, juiced

Directions

Step 1

Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the lean ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until the beef is browned and no longer pink, about 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 5

Drain any excess fat from the skillet carefully if needed.

Step 6

Stir in the low sodium beef broth and tomato paste, mixing well to combine.

Step 7

Add the chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, smoked paprika, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt.

Step 8

Stir the mixture thoroughly, ensuring the spices are evenly distributed throughout the beef.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 more minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh cilantro and lime juice.

Step 11

Serve the seasoned beef in lettuce wraps, whole grain tortillas, or over a salad for a heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(739.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	953.0

Total Fat 47.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 281.1mg	0%
Sodium 1096.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 32.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 9.4g
Protein 97.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 96.6mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 732.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.4%

Protein: 41.2%

Carbs: 13.5%