Fabulous Low Cal Taco Salad
Experience the perfect balance of flavor and health with our Fabulous Low-Cal Taco Salad! This vibrant and nutrient-packed recipe combines lean ground turkey seasoned with low-sodium taco spices, crisp romaine lettuce, and a medley of fresh veggies like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and sweet corn. Black beans add heartiness, while creamy avocado, reduced-fat cheddar cheese, and a dollop of non-fat Greek yogurt step in as wholesome alternatives to heavier toppings. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this guilt-free salad is bursting with Tex-Mex flavor while remaining low-calorie and nutrient-dense. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with a splash of your favorite salsa, it’s the ultimate light, satisfying meal for taco lovers. Perfect for a healthy lunch or weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground turkey (lean, 93% lean or higher)
- 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning (low-sodium)
- 6 cups Romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup Cucumber (diced)
- 0.75 cup Black beans (canned, drained, and rinsed)
- 0.75 cup Sweet corn kernels (canned or fresh, drained)
- 0.5 cup Reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium Avocado (diced)
- 0.5 cup Salsa (mild or medium, depending on preference)
- 0.33 cup Plain Greek yogurt (non-fat, as a sour cream alternative)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, optional for garnish)
- 1 as needed Olive oil spray
Instructions
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly spray it with olive oil spray.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula or spoon as it cooks. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until fully browned and cooked through.
Stir in the taco seasoning along with 2 tablespoons of water to help coat the turkey evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes, then remove the skillet from heat and set aside.
While the turkey is cooking, prepare the salad base by combining the chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, black beans, and corn kernels in a large mixing bowl.
Portion the salad mixture evenly into four bowls or plates.
Top each salad with an even portion of the seasoned turkey, shredded cheddar cheese, diced avocado, and a spoonful of salsa.
Add a dollop of plain Greek yogurt to each salad as a creamy, low-calorie alternative to sour cream.
If desired, sprinkle with freshly chopped cilantro for an extra burst of flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Fabulous Low-Cal Taco Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1716 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 75.1 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.0 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 360 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 2335 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.4 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.0 g | 146% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.8 g | ||
| Protein | 151.1 g | 302% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 800 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 4416 mg | 94% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
