Healthified Taco Salad
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and nutritious Healthified Taco Salad—an irresistible twist on a classic favorite! Made with lean ground turkey seasoned with low-sodium taco spices, this protein-packed salad is loaded with fresh, wholesome ingredients like crisp romaine lettuce, sweet corn, black beans, creamy avocado, and juicy cherry tomatoes. A zesty homemade dressing combines plain Greek yogurt, salsa, lime juice, and fresh cilantro for a creamy yet guilt-free topping. Finish it off with reduced-fat cheddar cheese and a handful of crunchy baked tortilla chips for the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and healthy taco salad delivers delicious Mexican-inspired flair that’s perfect for busy weeknights, meal preps, or light lunches.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning (low sodium)
- 0.33 cup Water
- 6 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Cucumber, diced
- 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup Sweet corn, rinsed and drained
- 1 Avocado, diced
- 0.5 cup Shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup Salsa (mild or medium)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 Juice of lime
- 1 cup Tortilla chips (baked, optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.
Sprinkle in the taco seasoning and add the water. Stir well and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
While the turkey is cooking, prepare the salad base: Arrange the chopped romaine lettuce in a large serving bowl or individual bowls.
Top the lettuce with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black beans, sweet corn, avocado, and shredded cheddar cheese, dividing evenly if serving individually.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, salsa, lime juice, and chopped cilantro to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Add the taco-seasoned ground turkey on top of the salad.
For added crunch, garnish with baked tortilla chips, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Healthified Taco Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.6 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.5 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 458 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 1944 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 234.8 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 56.8 g | 203% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 173.2 g | 346% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1148 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 5812 mg | 124% | |
*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.
