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Healthy mexican food

Healthy mexican food
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These healthy Mexican food recipes offer bold, vibrant flavors with nutritious ingredients like fresh vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, and aromatic spices. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep, they balance flavor and health without sacrificing taste or ease of preparation.

Ingredients

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Fresh Produce

  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1–2 bell peppers, diced
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Optional: jalapeños to taste

Lean Proteins

  • 1 lb chicken breast, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • or 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • or 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained

Whole Grains

  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 6 corn tortillas, warmed

Aromatic Spices

  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Healthy Fats

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Wash and chop all fresh vegetables including tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and peppers. Measure out spices and prepare your protein by trimming and cutting into bite-sized pieces so everything is ready to cook.
  2. Cook Your Protein: Heat a skillet over medium heat with a splash of olive oil. Add your lean protein such as chicken breast or shrimp. Season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pan, add diced onions, bell peppers, and garlic. Sauté until tender and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes to build foundational flavor.
  4. Combine & Simmer: Add the cooked protein back to the pan with chopped tomatoes and black beans if using. Stir well and let everything heat through for a few minutes so flavors meld beautifully.
  5. Assemble and Serve: Fill warm corn tortillas with the mixture or serve it over cooked brown rice. Top with fresh avocado slices, a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime for a refreshing finish.

Notes

  • Use fresh lime juice to finish dishes for brightness and balance.
  • Toast your spices briefly in a dry pan before cooking to enhance aroma and flavor depth.
  • Don’t overcook vegetables; keep peppers and onions slightly crisp for best texture.
  • Choose whole grains like brown rice over white rice for added fiber and nutrients.
  • Prepare vegetables or cook proteins ahead to save time on busy days.

Nutrition

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