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Deconstructed taco salad

A healthier take on tacos

This salad is a great way to enjoy Taco Tuesday while getting in a hefty dose of veggies.

deconstructed taco salad

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Serves: 1

Prep time: 10 min

Cook time: 15 min (for the turkey and veggies)

Total time: 25 min

Ingredients:
  • 3 cups chopped romaine
  • 3 ounces ground turkey cooked in taco seasoning
  • ½ cup black beans
  • 1 cup cooked peppers and onions
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium salsa, divided
  • ¼ of an avocado, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon shredded cheese
  • 3 tortilla chips, crumbled
Prep/cooking instructions:
  1. Toss lettuce, turkey, beans, and vegetables in a large bowl with 1 tablespoon of salsa. Transfer to a plate.
  2. Top salad with remaining salsa, avocado, yogurt, cheese, and tortilla chips.

Additional tips:

  • This recipe is easy to customize, so feel free to swap in your favorite taco fillings
  • To serve more people, simply multiply the ingredients by however much you need

Please be sure to keep in mind any potential food allergies.

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

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