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5 Variations on Tacos Under 500 Calories

A white plate holds two delicious tacos filled with shredded meat, guacamole, and topped with pineapple chunks, pomegranate seeds, red onion, and fresh cilantro. The plate is garnished with a lime wedge and cilantro leaves. The table beneath is wooden. MyFitnessPal Blog
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The genius of tacos is most of the actual work is done at the table — which means everyone can customize their own. Mix things up by picking a different protein —  from tender carne asada to smoky fish or fluffy scrambled eggs. And remember, tacos can be enjoyed anytime of the day.

1. SMOKY TILAPIA TACOS  | COOKING LIGHT

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 293; Total Fat: 10g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 87mg; Carbohydrate: 20g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 2g; Protein: 33g

2. SOUTHWESTERN BREAKFAST TACOS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 247; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 8g; Cholesterol: 212mg; Sodium: 78mg; Carbohydrate: 17g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 2g; Protein: 10g

3. ROTISSERIE CHICKEN TACOS WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA | THE ENDLESS MEAL

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 488; Total Fat: 19g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 11g; Cholesterol: 85mg; Sodium: 477mg; Carbohydrate: 44g; Dietary Fiber: 13g; Sugar: 15g; Protein: 34g

4. STEAK TACOS WITH LIME MAYO | COOKING LIGHT

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 354; Total Fat: 18g; Saturated Fat: 7g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 68mg; Sodium: 958mg; Carbohydrate: 24g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 5g; Protein 28g

5. SWEET POTATO & BLACK BEAN TACOS | COOK SMARTS

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 436; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 127mg; Carbohydrate: 71g; Dietary Fiber: 17g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 15g

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