Easy Weeknight Black Bean Tacos

Submitted by MSS4394

"These basic tacos are a quick weeknight staple made with inexpensive, durable ingredients easy to keep on hand. We try maximize nutrition and healthfulness by small changes: lean turkey is good protein , low-fat and black beans add fiber and nutrients. Kids love "interactive" food--skillet & toppings on the table and let them dig in!"

 

• Ready In: 11mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey (lean or extra-lean)
• 1 ounce taco seasoning (El Paso)
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained & rinsed (Bush's)
• 8 taco shells (hard tacos)
• 1⁄2 cup colby-monterey jack cheese
• 1⁄2 cup iceberg lettuce, shredded
• sour cream, to taste
• salsa, to taste

directions

1. Brown ground turkey in large skillet oer medium (if using extra-lean, spray skillet with non-stick spray first), breaking up turkey, until cooked through.
2. While browning turkey, heat taco shells on rimmed sheet at 325, 5 to 7 minutes.
3. Sprinkle turkey with taco season. Reduce heat to low and add black beans; stir to coat with seasoning.
4. Assemble tacos: turkey/beans, cheese, desired toppings.
5. Low-carb dieters might omit the taco shell.
6. Good served with fresh corn and prepared brown rice!