Good for You Taco Salad
Discover your new go-to meal with this vibrant and nutritious 'Good for You Taco Salad.' Packed with lean ground turkey (or beef), crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, hearty black beans, and sweet corn, this recipe transforms taco night into a guilt-free, flavor-packed feast. The creamy lime Greek yogurt dressing adds a tangy twist, making it a lighter, healthier alternative to traditional sour cream. Perfect for busy weeknights, this wholesome taco salad comes together in just 25 minutes and can easily be customized with toppings like shredded cheddar, fresh cilantro, or diced avocado. Delightfully fresh, protein-rich, and loaded with colorful veggies, this taco salad is as satisfying as it is nourishing—perfect for meal prep or a quick family dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground turkey (or lean ground beef)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Taco seasoning (low sodium)
- 6 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup Corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed)
- 1 Avocado, diced
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (as a light sour cream alternative)
- 1 tbsp Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Brown the ground turkey (or beef) in the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5–7 minutes, or until fully cooked through.
Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the meat and add 2 tablespoons of water. Stir well and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat.
While the meat is cooking, prepare the salad base by adding the romaine lettuce to a large serving bowl or portioning it onto individual plates.
Top the lettuce with cherry tomato halves, black beans, corn, avocado, cheddar cheese (if using), and the cooked taco meat.
In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to create a creamy dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad, or serve it on the side for personal customization.
Garnish the salad with fresh cilantro, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1914 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.6 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.5 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 429 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 2258 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.0 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.7 g | 131% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.9 g | ||
| Protein | 155.5 g | 311% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 826 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 4052 mg | 86% | |
*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.
