Delicious and Healthy Chard Tacos Recipe

Enjoy a nutritious twist on traditional tacos with these chard tacos filled with flavorful ingredients. Chard leaves are used as the tortilla substitute, making this recipe low-carb and gluten-free. These tacos are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun lunch option.

Ingredients

• 1 bunch of Swiss chard leaves
• 1 lb ground turkey or beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/4 cup shredded cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Lime wedges for serving

Directions

1. Wash the chard leaves and pat them dry.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground meat over medium heat until browned.
3. Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
4. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the salsa to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
6. To assemble the tacos, spoon the meat mixture onto the chard leaves.
7. Top with diced avocado, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro.
8. Serve the chard tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

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