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Carne Asada Street Tacos
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Carne Asada Street Tacos

Carne Asada Street Tacos combine marinated beef, fresh vegetables, and flavorful toppings served inside warmed whole wheat tortillas. The meat is quickly seared and flavored with lime juice, while a corn and pepper salsa adds freshness and crunch. A creamy coconut lime crema with sriracha and chile lime seasoning adds a tangy, spicy note, complemented by garnishes like avocado, cilantro, and cheese.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 400 kcal
Course: Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 seasoned beef Carne Asada style, Trader Joe’s brand
  • 2 lime
  • 8 whole wheat tortillas Carb Savvy brand, Trader Joe’s
  • ½ cup corn frozen
  • ½ red pepper
  • ¼ cup white onion
  • ¼ cup cilantro fresh
  • lime zest of 1
  • ½ cup CHEESE MIX Mexican style, lite, Trader Joe’s brand
  • ½ avocado
  • 1 cup lettuce shredded
For the coconut lime crema
  • ½ cup coconut yogurt Two Good brand
  • 2 tsp sriracha
  • ¼ cup lime juice fresh
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise light
  • 1 tsp chile lime seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro
For garnish
  • lettuce
  • lime
  • jalapeño
  • salsa
  • mango salsa
  • Chips crushed
  • Queso
  • guacamole

Instructions

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  1. Heat a skillet to medium heat and spray with cooking spray. Dice the carne asada and put it into the pan. Then, squeeze out the juice of two limes over the meat.
  2. While the beef is heating up, wash and dice your bell pepper, onion, and cilantro. I love to use a pizza cutter to dice fresh herbs. It's so easy!
  3. In another skillet, add your frozen corn, peppers, and onion. Sautee until corn is warmed. Then, add fresh cilantro. This is going to be our corn salsa. Do not over cook the vegetables. They should be crunchy.
  4. Next, let’s make the crema. In a small mixing bowl, add yogurt, sriracha, lime juice, mayo, and chile lime seasoning. Add fresh cilantro to taste. Then, mix together until a crema texture is achieved.
  5. Prior to assembling the street tacos, slice avocado and warm tortillas. Heat on a gas stove / open flame for a few minutes on each side, or on a skillet. You can also microwave them, but keep in mind you will not achieve the charred flavor. I broil them in the oven on a wire rack.
  6. Then, add the cheese to the warm tortillas.
  7. Spread the crema on the tortillas, add carne asada, fresh salsa, and any other toppings you like.
  8. Serve fresh and enjoy!

Notes

  • Store cooked meat and vegetables separately in airtight containers and consume within 5 days.
  • Slice steak against the grain to ensure tender pieces.
  • A quick sear on each side of the beef avoids overcooking and keeps it juicy.
  • Warm tortillas over an open flame for best flavor and texture, or use a skillet or microwave if needed.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2 tacos Calories 400kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 41g (82%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 575mg (24%) Potassium 254mg (5%) Fiber 15g (60%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 400

% Daily Value*

Serving 2 tacos
Calories 400kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 41g 82%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 575mg 24%
Potassium 254mg 5%
Fiber 15g 60%
Sugar 4g 8%

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