Bean Tacos (meatless)

Portion Size: 2 small tacos

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
3 (15 oz. ) cans beans (black, pinto, or red bean) 
2 tablespoons reduced sodium taco seasoning mixMay sub. Taco seasoning mix. 
3 Cups shredded low fat cheddar cheeseFor vegan: use vegan cheese. 
2 Cups tomatoes, chopped Wash, trim and chop
3 Cups shredded lettuce Wash, trim and chop
16 Flour small tortillas ( no lard) 
1/2 Cup light sour cream For vegan: use vegan sour cream
Taco sauce (optional) (read label) For vegan ( read label- plant based products only)

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1In a large sauce pan, add beans and heat. 
2Add seasoning mix and ¼ cup water to beans. Heat through.Cook until internal temperature reaches 135 F degrees for 15 seconds.
3Wrap tortillas in foil and 350 warm in oven for 20 minutes.
4Top each with beans and then cheese.
5Top with chopped tomatoes, sour cream, and lettuce. Sprinkle with taco sauce.

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates

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