🌮🍕 Taco Bell–Style Mexican Pizza (Light & Homemade)
Mediterranean-Inspired | Crispy • Protein-Rich • WW-Friendly
🌿 Description
This homemade version of Taco Bell’s iconic Mexican Pizza delivers all the bold flavors you love—seasoned beef, refried beans, tangy sauce, and melty cheese—while keeping it lighter and more balanced with olive oil, lean protein, and portion-smart ingredients. The result? A satisfying 8-inch pizza for just 4 points, perfect for guilt-free comfort food.
🫒 Ingredients (1 large 8-inch pizza | 1 serving)
Base
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2 small low-carb tortillas or light flour tortillas
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Olive oil spray
Filling
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3 oz lean ground beef (96%) or ground chicken
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1 tsp taco seasoning (low-sodium)
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¼ cup fat-free refried beans
Sauce
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2 tbsp enchilada sauce or mild taco sauce
Cheese
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¼ cup reduced-fat shredded Mexican blend or mozzarella
Toppings
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1 tbsp diced tomatoes
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1 tbsp sliced black olives
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1 tbsp chopped green onions
🍳 Instructions
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Cook the protein
Brown ground beef or chicken in a pan with taco seasoning. Drain excess fat and set aside. -
Crisp the tortillas
Lightly spray tortillas with olive oil spray. Bake at 200°C / 400°F for 4–5 minutes per side until lightly crispy. -
Assemble the pizza
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Place one tortilla on a baking sheet
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Spread refried beans evenly
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Add seasoned meat
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Place second tortilla on top
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Spread enchilada sauce over top
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Sprinkle cheese evenly
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Bake
Return to oven and bake 8–10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly. -
Finish
Add tomatoes, olives, and green onions. Slice and serve hot.
🌿 Mediterranean Balance Touch
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Olive oil spray instead of deep frying
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Lean protein for satiety
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Controlled cheese for flavor without excess
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Herbs & veggies for freshness
❓ Q & A
Q: How is this only 4 points?
A: Using lean meat, fat-free beans, reduced-fat cheese, and light tortillas keeps points low while staying filling.
Q: Can I make it vegetarian?
A: Yes—replace meat with black beans or lentils.
Q: Can I air-fry it?
A: Absolutely. Assemble and air-fry at 190°C / 375°F for 5–6 minutes.
Q: Is it freezer-friendly?
A: Best fresh, but you can freeze the cooked meat separately.
Q: Can I make it spicier?
A: Add jalapeños, chili flakes, or hot sauce.
🍽️ Serving Tip
Pair with a simple cucumber-tomato salad with lemon & olive oil to keep it Mediterranean-balanced and refreshing.
