Description
A flavorful and healthy Turkey Taco Salad featuring lean ground turkey seasoned with taco spices, fresh salsa, crunchy romaine lettuce, black beans, cherry tomatoes, avocado, shredded cheddar cheese, and crispy homemade tortilla chips. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal with a Mexican-inspired twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Turkey and Seasoning
- 1 lb 99% lean ground turkey
- 3 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup salsa (fresh refrigerated salsa is best)
Salad Components
- 1 head Romaine lettuce, chopped
- 14 oz canned black beans, drained
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 avocado, chopped
- 3/4 cup reduced fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Tortilla Chips
- 2 corn tortillas
Instructions
- Cook the Turkey: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and taco seasoning. Cook for 6-8 minutes until the turkey is browned and cooked through. Stir in the salsa and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Prepare the Tortilla Chips: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the corn tortillas directly on the oven rack and bake for 8-10 minutes until browned and crispy. Let them cool, then break into bite-sized pieces. For a more polished presentation, cut the tortillas into strips, lightly spray with cooking spray, and bake on a baking sheet for 6-8 minutes until crispy.
- Assemble the Salad: Start with a bed of crunchy chopped romaine lettuce. Top with the cooked taco turkey meat, drained black beans, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped avocado, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions. Add the crispy tortilla chips on top or serve on the side.
Notes
- Use fresh refrigerated salsa for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust taco seasoning amount based on your preferred spice level.
- The homemade tortilla chips add a delightful crunch but can be substituted with store-bought chips for convenience.
- For added creaminess, consider adding a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream.
- Leftover turkey taco mixture can be refrigerated up to 3 days and used for another meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
