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Low Calorie Double Decker Tacos

Low Calorie Double Decker Tacos

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I have to admit, I'm kind of geeking out on this recipe as it was my favorite as a teenager. Ok, now that I got that out of my system, yes this is a Taco Bell Copycat Recipe.
Their Double Decker Taco is 330 calories, these are just 186 calories and have more protein than Taco Bell's are!
Special Tip: If you want to boost the protein even more, I recommend adding 2 scoops Unflavored Protein Powder to the beans, along with 1-2 tablespoons water to thin the beans out (the protein powder will thicken them).
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 5 servings
Calories 186 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 garlic clove chopped
  • Taco Seasoning below
  • 1 16-oz can low fat refried beans
  • 5 Low Calorie High Protein Tortillas or carb balance store-bought
  • 5 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce or iceberg
  • 1 large tomato diced
  • ½ cup low fat cheddar cheese
  • 5 tablespoons greek yogurt optional- tastes just like sour cream

Homemade Taco Seasoning:

  • ½ tablespoon chili powder
  • ½ tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper

Instructions
 

  • Add ground beef to a pan, brown over medium heat.
  • Drain out any fat and discard, then add in Homemade Taco Seasoning and 1/4 cup water and mix together.
  • Lower the heat to medium-low and cook until the liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Stir often to avoid burning.
  • Meanwhile, add the beans to a small pot, cover and heat over medium low, mixing often until warmed through.
  • To assemble, add the soft tortillas to a large cutting board, spread out.
  • Add beans to each of the tortillas, once all dispersed evenly, smear the beans towards the edges, leaving 1/4 inch on the edges bare.
  • Add a crunchy tortilla to one bean smeared tortilla, right in the middle, then fold the soft tortilla over the crunchy.
    (I like to do one side at a time, I place my thumb on the crunchy side and my thumb on the soft tortilla side and squeeze to stick well.)
    Once you have the hang of it, do this with all 5 tacos.
  • To each taco, add equal amounts of the beef, then the lettuce, tomato, cheese, and greek yogurt (if using).
  • Serve hot, or cold. However you enjoyed them back in the day.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 186kcalCarbohydrates: 19.7gProtein: 17.1gFat: 4.2gSaturated Fat: 1.4gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 303mgPotassium: 259mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1.5gCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Healthy Double Decker Tacos, Low Calorie Double Decker Tacos, Taco Bell Copycat
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