High Protein Cheesy Bolognese Tacos

Crispy toasted tacos filled with a rich lean beef bolognese sauce topped with melted shredded mozzarella — all for only 250 calories per taco. The bolognese is made with lean ground beef, grated carrots, onion, and canned tomatoes for a nutritious twist on the Italian classic. Dipping the taco shell in the sauce before toasting creates an incredible texture.

5m Prep

15m Cook

20m Total

2 Servings

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Ingredients

bolognese

1 whole onion (chopped)
1 whole carrot (grated)
0.5 tsp salt
0.5 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp tomato paste
300 g lean ground beef
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
400 g canned tomatoes

taco

4 whole corn tortillas
60 g light mozzarella (shredded)

Steps

1

Heat a pan on medium, add chopped onion, grated carrot, salt, pepper, and tomato paste. Cook for 5 minutes.

~5 min
2

Add lean ground beef with oregano, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Cook for 5 more minutes.

~5 min
3

Add canned tomatoes, give it a mix, and let simmer for 3 minutes.

~3 min
4

Dip each taco shell into the bolognese mixture, then place on a separate pan. Add the bolognese filling with shredded mozzarella, fold the taco, and toast both sides.

Tip: Dipping the taco creates a crispy, flavorful shell.

~5 min
5

Serve and enjoy.

~1 min

Nutrition (per serving)

250

Calories

28g

Protein

18g

Carbs

Fat

Fiber

Cultural Context

Bolognese tacos are a creative fusion of Italian meat sauce and Mexican taco format. Using lean ground beef and adding vegetables to the sauce keeps this dish high-protein and low-calorie.

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High Protein Cheesy Bolognese Tacos