Heart-Healthy Beef Taco Salad
Savor the vibrant flavors of a **Heart-Healthy Beef Taco Salad**, a lighter twist on a classic favorite that doesn’t skimp on taste. This quick and nutritious recipe combines seasoned lean ground beef, fresh, crisp romaine lettuce, and a colorful array of cherry tomatoes, red bell peppers, creamy avocado, and fiber-rich black beans. Topped with a sprinkle of low-fat cheddar cheese and drizzled with a zesty lime-cilantro dressing, this salad is packed with wholesome ingredients while staying under 15 minutes of prep time. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy-to-make dish is a delicious way to enjoy a Tex-Mex-inspired meal that promotes heart health. Ideal for anyone seeking a balanced yet indulgent option, this recipe is a winner for both its flavor and its nutritional benefits.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 350 grams lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large head romaine lettuce
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 large avocado
- 0.5 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 400 gram can black beans
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the lean ground beef and cook until browned and fully cooked, crumbling the beef with a spatula as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.
While the beef is cooking, mix the chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Once the beef is cooked, drain any excess fat and stir in the spice mixture until the beef is evenly coated. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Rinse and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the red bell pepper, and chop the avocado. Add these to the bowl with the lettuce.
Rinse and drain the black beans, then add them to the salad bowl. Top the salad with the cooked beef and sprinkle with low-fat shredded cheddar cheese.
In a small bowl, mix together the fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro. Drizzle the lime dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Divide the salad into four servings and serve immediately, enjoying a delicious heart-healthy meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1429 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.1 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.4 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 237 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 2187 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.0 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.1 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 111.9 g | 224% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 767 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 20.2 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 3176 mg | 68% | |
*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.
