🌮 High-Protein Cheesy Rotel Tacos
A cheesy, spicy, and protein-packed taco recipe for your Taco Tuesday!
Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 25 mins
🧀 Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or extra-lean ground beef (93% or higher)
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel tomatoes with green chiles, drained
- ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese or plain Greek yogurt (adds creaminess + protein)
- ½ cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt & black pepper to taste
For the Tacos:
- 8 high-protein tortillas or low-carb wraps
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup diced onions
- Optional: sliced jalapeños, avocado, or Greek yogurt drizzle for topping
🔥 Instructions
- Cook the Meat:
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground turkey or beef and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat. - Add Seasonings & Rotel:
Stir in chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and drained Rotel tomatoes.
Cook 3–4 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly. - Make It Cheesy & Creamy:
Stir in cottage cheese (or Greek yogurt) and shredded cheese.
Mix well until melted and creamy. Remove from heat. - Assemble the Tacos:
Warm your tortillas, then fill each with the cheesy Rotel mixture.
Top with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and any extras you love. - Serve Hot & Enjoy:
Add a squeeze of lime for brightness and dig in!
💪 High-Protein Tips
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a creamy, protein-rich texture.
- Choose high-protein wraps (like Mission Protein or Joseph’s Lavash).
- Add black beans or edamame for even more plant-based protein.
🍴 Macros (Approx. per serving – 2 tacos)
- Calories: ~320
- Protein: 35g
- Carbs: 20g
- Fat: 10g
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