Mexican black beans with spicy avocado and grilled tortilla

Author: The Healthy Food Guide TV Series

Photographer: The Healthy Food Guide TV Series

Serves: 4

Time to make: 45 mins

Ingredients

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Mince the beef. Spray a large saucepan with oil and set over a high heat. Brown mince and set aside.
Spray saucepan again with oil and set over a medium heat. Add onion, carrot and courgette. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 minutes, or until soft. Add garlic and Mexican seasoning. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
Add cooked mince, black beans, tomatoes and water to saucepan. Bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until mixture is thick.
Meanwhile, in a medium-sized bowl combine extra Mexican seasoning, avocado and coriander. Add lemon juice (if desired).
Place 1 grilled tortilla on each serving plate. Top with bean mixture and spicy avocado. Serve immediately.

Calories 485 cal

Kilojoules 2030 kJ

Protein 38 g

Total fat 18 g

Saturated fat 5 g

Carbohydrates 35 g

Sugar 11 g

Dietary fibre 17 g

Sodium 680 mg

Calcium 140 mg

Iron 7 mg

Note: This nutrition analysis is a guide only. Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. See our guides on your optimal daily nutrition intake, and supermarket shopping.