Low Fat Beef Taco Salad
Craving a comforting Tex-Mex dish without the guilt? This Low Fat Beef Taco Salad is a vibrant, nutrient-packed twist on a classic favorite. Made with lean ground beef seasoned with zesty taco spices, crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and hearty black beans, this salad delivers bold flavors with a healthier touch. A creamy yet low-calorie dressing made from salsa and non-fat Greek yogurt ties everything together, while a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime add the perfect finishing touch. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or light yet satisfying lunches. Packed with protein, fiber, and classic taco flavors, it's the perfect solution for anyone looking for a wholesome, low-fat meal that's bursting with taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams lean ground beef
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 4 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup canned black beans
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 0.5 red onion
- 0.5 cup low-fat cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup salsa
- 0.25 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 lime
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the lean ground beef and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet, then add taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Stir well and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until the beef is well-coated and the water has mostly evaporated. Remove from heat and set aside.
While the beef is cooking, prepare the salad ingredients. Chop the romaine lettuce and place it in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes, rinse and drain the canned black beans, and include the corn kernels in the salad bowl.
Thinly slice half of a red onion and add it to the salad.
Once the beef has cooled slightly, add it to the salad mixture along with the shredded low-fat cheddar cheese.
In a small bowl, mix together the salsa and non-fat Greek yogurt to create a creamy dressing. Stir the dressing into the salad until everything is evenly coated.
Chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the salad as a garnish.
Cut the lime into wedges and serve alongside the salad for squeezing fresh lime juice over individual portions.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.4 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 208 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 4953 mg | 215% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.3 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g | ||
| Protein | 109.4 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 703 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2561 mg | 54% | |
*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.
