Bean and Cheese Tacos

Bean and Cheese Tacos are a simple, classic Mexican-American dish featuring a warm corn or flour tortilla filled with seasoned beans (often refried pinto beans) and melted cheese. They are a staple of casual, home-style cooking and a popular, affordable menu item at taquerias.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a good source of carbohydrates for energy and plant-based protein from the beans, with the cheese adding significant fat and calcium. A typical serving of two tacos provides roughly 300-400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	15 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	8 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	650 mg
Calcium	250 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Potassium	400 mg
Magnesium	60 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	10 mg
Folate	120 mcg DFE
Phosphorus	200 mg

Per 2 tacos (210 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

This taco variation is a prime example of Tex-Mex fusion, blending traditional Mexican ingredients with the abundant cheese of American cuisine. Nutritionally, the combination of beans and a grain tortilla forms a complete protein, making it a satisfying vegetarian option.