veggie tacos

Dinner
Filled with vegetables, chiles and black beans, these vibrant veggie tacos are a delicious and nutritious option for any day of the week.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 3 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
  • 1 medium onion, halved and sliced
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 8 taco shells, warmed
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute cabbage, pepper and onion until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar.
  2. Stir in beans, salsa, chiles, garlic, chili powder and cumin; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until flavors are blended, about 5 minutes.
  3. Serve in taco shells. Top with cheese and avocado.