Tomatoes can be a valuable part of a healthy diet. They are especially high in lycopene, a plant compound linked to improved heart health, cancer prevention, and protection against sunburns. Tomatoes are juicy and sweet and full of antioxidants. This is why I eat them. See the healthy recipe below. I substitute ground turkey for the ground beef to make them even healthier.
TACO TOMATOES: Delish Website by Lena Abraham
Yields: 4 Servings
INGREDIENTS:
1tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 lb. ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (1-oz) packet of taco seasoning
4 large, ripe tomatoes
1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
1/2 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
1/4 cup sour cream
DIRECTIONS:
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and cook stirring, until soft, 5 minutes. Add ground beef ad taco seasoning. Cook, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, 8 minutes. Drain fat.
Flip over tomatoes so they’re stem-side down and slice to make 6 wedges, being careful not to cut all the way through. Carefully spread open wedges.
Divide taco meat among tomatoes, then top each with cheese, lettuce, and sour cream before serving.
