Heart Healthy Asparagus Bean Tacos

Heart Healthy Asparagus Bean Tacos

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Try a fresh spin on taco night with nutrient-rich asparagus, quinoa and zesty black beans. Warming spices like cayenne and cumin give this healthy Mexican-inspired recipe a wow-worthy bite.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced fine
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and chopped
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 can (15 oz) small red beans or black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 8 6-inch flour tortillas, warmed
  • 2 tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 avocado, pitted, peeled and smashed
  • Fresh oregano or cilantro leaves
  • 2 Tbsp pumpkin seeds

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