SOFT TACO BURGERS

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I love to grill these sandwiches for quick summer meals or impromptu get-togethers around the pool. They're a snap to prepare, and no one ever guesses that they're low fat. -Joan Hallford of North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup fat-free refried beans
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained, divided
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
8 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
1 cup chopped lettuce
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/2 cup salsa

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the beans, 2 tablespoons green chilies, onion and salt. Crumble the beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into eight 5-in. patties. Top each patty with 2 tablespoons cheddar cheese; fold in half and press edges to seal, forming a half moon., On a lightly oiled grill rack, grill burgers, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 7-9 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Serve on tortillas with lettuce, tomato, salsa and remaining chilies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 694mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges