Carnitas Tacos

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
28%
Carnitas Tacos
15 min.
4
390kcal

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Craving a quick and delicious bite that's both vegetarian and gluten-free? Look no further than these incredibly easy Carnitas Tacos! Don't let the "Carnitas" fool you – this recipe is a delightful twist on a classic, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal. In just 15 minutes you'll have a vibrant and flavorful dish on the table that everyone will love.

Imagine sinking your teeth into warm corn tortillas overflowing with creamy avocado, a burst of fresh cilantro, salty cotija cheese, and the tangy kick of pickled (or sweet!) onions. The star of the show? A generous dousing of zesty salsa verde that ties all the flavors together creating a culinary experience that will make your taste buds dance.

These tacos are incredibly versatile, making them ideal as a lively appetizer, a quick snack, or even a light lunch. Plus, with only 390 calories per serving, you can enjoy them guilt-free! Get ready to impress your family and friends with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Let's get started!

Ingredients

  •  avocados sliced
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves 
  • 12 small corn tortillas 
  • 0.3 cup cotija crumbled
  • 0.5 cup pickled onions fresh sweet red
  • cup salsa verde 

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Assemble tacos and enjoy.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories390kcal
    Protein7.87%
    Fat43.94%
    Carbs48.19%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    44.13
    Glycemic Load
    16.34
    Inflammation Score
    -7
    Nutrition Score
    16.753043413162%

    Flavonoids

    Cyanidin
    0.33mg
    Epicatechin
    0.37mg
    Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
    0.15mg
    Isorhamnetin
    1mg
    Kaempferol
    0.13mg
    Myricetin
    0.01mg
    Quercetin
    4.59mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:390.47kcal
    19.52%
    Fat:19.92g
    30.64%
    Saturated Fat:3.75g
    23.43%
    Carbohydrates:49.16g
    16.39%
    Net Carbohydrates:37.14g
    13.51%
    Sugar:5.74g
    6.38%
    Cholesterol:8.34mg
    2.78%
    Sodium:556.51mg
    24.2%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:8.03g
    16.06%
    Fiber:12.02g
    48.06%
    Phosphorus:335.05mg
    33.51%
    Vitamin B6:0.49mg
    24.72%
    Vitamin K:24.45µg
    23.29%
    Folate:92.72µg
    23.18%
    Potassium:787.42mg
    22.5%
    Magnesium:89.35mg
    22.34%
    Manganese:0.43mg
    21.48%
    Vitamin C:13.95mg
    16.91%
    Copper:0.32mg
    16.21%
    Vitamin B5:1.6mg
    16.02%
    Vitamin B2:0.27mg
    15.73%
    Vitamin E:2.34mg
    15.63%
    Vitamin B3:3.05mg
    15.23%
    Zinc:1.97mg
    13.16%
    Calcium:126.73mg
    12.67%
    Vitamin A:608.86IU
    12.18%
    Vitamin B1:0.17mg
    11%
    Selenium:6.68µg
    9.54%
    Iron:1.63mg
    9.07%
    Vitamin B12:0.16µg
    2.64%