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Tacos de Jamaica

Tacos de Jamaica

A healthy twist on the traditional Mexican Tacos de Jamaica, using a medley of nutrient-dense ingredients to create a sweet and savory taco filling. This version is tailored to align with Mediterranean dietary principles, focusing on plant-based proteins and incorporating a rich array of spices and vegetables for a balanced meal.

45 min4 servingsmexicanmain course
vegetarian
lacto-vegetarian
ovo-vegetarian
vegan
pescetarian

Nutrition Facts

Per serving

Calories286
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10g12%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 11mg4%
Sodium 268mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 43g16%
Dietary Fiber 16g57%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 15g30%
Calcium 144mg11%
Iron 5.5mg31%
Potassium 600mg13%
Vitamin A 0.34mcg
Vitamin C 0.13mg
Vitamin E 1.6mg11%
Vitamin K 2mcg2%
Magnesium 78mg19%
Zinc 2.9mg27%
Folate 0.05mcg

Estimated nutrition — not all ingredients could be calculated.

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup hibiscus flowers
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 large tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 1 large avocado
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 0.5 cup cilantro
  • 1 cup beans
  • 8 pieces corn tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. 1Rinse dried hibiscus flowers thoroughly under cold water.
  2. 2In a large pot, combine hibiscus flowers with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes until flowers are soft.
  3. 3While the hibiscus is cooking, dice the onion and tomatoes, mince the garlic, and chop the cilantro.
  4. 4Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
  5. 5Add cooked hibiscus flowers (drained), diced tomatoes, chipotle peppers, cumin, and coriander to the skillet. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. 6Stir in lime juice and salt, adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. 7Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
  8. 8Mash the avocado and spread a thin layer on each tortilla.
  9. 9Spoon the hibiscus mixture onto the tortillas.
  10. 10Top with black beans and chopped cilantro.
  11. 11Serve immediately, garnished with lime wedges on the side.
  12. 12Enjoy your healthy and flavorful Tacos de Jamaica!

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