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One Pot High Protein Taco Pasta

Cultural Context

One Pot High Protein Taco Pasta blends the flavors of traditional Mexican tacos with the convenience of a one-pot meal. This dish is a modern twist, perfect for busy weeknights, offering a hearty, protein-packed option that appeals to families and meal-preppers alike. Its popularity has grown as home cooks seek flavorful yet simple recipes that cater to both nutritional needs and time constraints.

MexicanMXmain
40 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1/2 onion
1/2 package Eve's Mexican Veggie ground round
110 grams red lentil pasta
1 and 1/3 cups red lentil pasta
1 can black beans
1/2 cup frozen corn
3 cups water
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
fresh cilantro
green onion
chopped tomato
avocado
splash of lime juice

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

1

Dice a half an onion and add it to a large sauté pan.

2

Add a half a package of Eve's Mexican Veggie ground round to the pan and sauté for about 5 minutes.

3

Weigh out 110 grams of red lentil pasta (or 1 and 1/3 cups) and set aside.

4

Strain and rinse one can of black beans.

5

Measure out a half a cup of frozen corn.

6

Add black beans, corn, and 3 cups of water to the pan with the sautéed onion and veggie ground round.

7

Stir in 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning and give it a stir.

8

Cover the pan and bring it to a boil, then cook for 10 minutes.

9

Mix in fresh cilantro, green onion, chopped tomato, and avocado after cooking.

10

Sprinkle a little bit of lime juice on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

large sauté pankitchen scale

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Taco PastaHigh Protein PastaOne Pot Taco Pasta
Local Name: pasta de taco de alta proteína en una olla

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