Mini Beef-and-Bean Tacos
Mini Beef-and-Bean Tacos pack bold, taco-stand flavor into bite-size shells, with seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, and gooey melted cheese in every crisp crunch. A sprinkle of cilantro brightens each nibble, making them perfect for game day spreads, casual gatherings, or an easy weeknight snack the whole table can share.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Mini Beef-and-Bean Tacos, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 28 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 16 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 38
- Heart Health
- 71
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 31
- Inflammatory
- 19
- Performance
- 32
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook, breaking it up with a spatula and stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add taco seasoning and water, then stir, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is evenly coated with the seasoning. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- 3
Arrange whole chips on the bottoms of 2 rimmed baking sheets. Spread a thin, even layer of refried beans on each chip. Top evenly with the taco meat and cheese.
- 4
Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted, 5 to 7 minutes.
- 5
As soon as the chips are baked, carefully fold each chip in half to make a taco shape. Place the tacos on a serving platter with taco sauce for dipping.
- Calories 4319.8 kcal High 216%
- Protein 73.61 g Good Source 147%
- Carbohydrate 567.76 g 206%
- Total Fat 217.75 g High 279%
- Saturated Fat 35.56 g High 178%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 43.89 mg Moderate 15%
- Sodium 3875.39 mg High 169%
- Dietary Fiber 33.35 g Good Source 119%
- Total Sugars 1.44 g --
- Added Sugars 0.77 g Low Source 2%
- Calcium 892.46 mg Good Source 69%
- Iron 1.92 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 1525.29 mg Good Source 32%
- Vitamin A 4.7 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 0.38 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Mini Beef and Bean Tacos is made with 8 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cilantro Salsa, Ground Beef, Refried Beans, and Refried Beans. Each serving provides about 4319.8 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Mini Beef-and-Bean Tacos made of?
- The main ingredients are Cilantro Salsa, Ground Beef, Refried Beans, Refried Beans, Shredded Cheese Blend. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Mini Beef-and-Bean Tacos?
- About 25 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 4319.8 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Mini Beef-and-Bean Tacos easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Mini Beef-and-Bean Tacos healthy?
- Mini Beef-and-Bean Tacos has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 4319.8 calories and 73.61 g of protein, or 147% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium and potassium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 3875.39 mg (169% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 35.56 g (178% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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