Heart-Healthy Tortas de Carne

Savor the bold flavors of Mexico with these Heart-Healthy Tortas de Carne, a lighter twist on the classic torta sandwich. Made with lean ground beef seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin, garlic powder, and paprika, these protein-packed patties are cooked to perfection and topped with a creamy avocado-yogurt spread infused with fresh lime juice. Nestled in warm whole-grain rolls and layered with vibrant toppings like tomatoes, red onion, leafy greens, and fragrant cilantro, these tortas offer a wholesome, nutrient-rich meal that's as flavorful as it is nutritious. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or a satisfying lunch. Whether you're looking for a heart-conscious recipe or a delicious twist on a Mexican favorite, these tortas deliver on every level.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams Lean ground beef (90% lean or higher)
• 1 teaspoons Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoons Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 pieces Whole-grain sandwich rolls
• 1 medium Ripe avocado
• 4 tablespoons Low-fat Greek yogurt (plain)
• 2 teaspoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 medium Tomatoes (sliced)
• 0.5 medium Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 0.25 cups Fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 cups Leafy greens (arugula, spinach, or romaine)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, cumin powder, garlic powder, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix with your hands or a spatula until well incorporated.

Step 2

Divide the beef mixture into four equal portions and shape into patties about 1 cm thick. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan.

Step 4

Cook the beef patties for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches at least 71.1°C (160°F) to ensure they’re fully cooked and safe to eat.

Step 5

While the patties are cooking, mash the avocado in a small bowl. Mix in the Greek yogurt and lime juice to create a creamy spread. Set aside.

Step 6

Slice the whole-grain rolls in half and lightly toast them in the oven or on a dry skillet until warm and slightly crispy.

Step 7

To assemble each torta, spread a generous layer of the avocado-yogurt mixture onto the bottom half of the toasted roll.

Step 8

Place a cooked beef patty on top of the spread. Add slices of tomato, red onion, leafy greens, and a few fresh cilantro leaves.

Step 9

Top with the other half of the sandwich roll. Repeat for the remaining tortas.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1366.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2439.4

Total Fat 118.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 341.5mg	0%
Sodium 1907.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 189.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.7g	0%
Total Sugars 27.4g
Protein 157.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 470.3mg	0%
Iron 25.2mg	0%
Potassium 3747.9mg	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: 43.5%

Protein: 25.7%

Carbs: 30.9%