Description
A refreshing and nutritious take on traditional taco salad, packed with fresh vegetables and lean protein.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn, canned or frozen
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (as a sour cream substitute)
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook the ground turkey or chicken over medium heat until browned.
- Add the taco seasoning and follow package instructions to prepare.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, and avocado.
- Add the cooked meat to the salad mixture.
- Toss the salad with salsa and Greek yogurt before serving.
- Top with shredded cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the meat with lentils or quinoa.
- Feel free to add other toppings like jalapeños or olives.
- This salad can be made ahead of time; just keep the dressing separate until serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Healthy Taco Salad, nutritious salad, low calorie meal