ZESTY TACOS

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Jazz up everyday tacos in a snap! Black-eyed peas and a drizzle of Italian dressing are the surprise ingredients that perk up this recipe. -Susie Bonham, Fairview, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 cup water
1 envelope taco seasoning
8 taco shells
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup zesty Italian salad dressing

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in water and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until thickened., Meanwhile, prepare taco shells according to package directions. Stir peas into skillet; heat through. Spoon 1/4 cup beef mixture into each taco shell. Top with tomatoes, lettuce and cheese. Drizzle with salad dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 933mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.