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Healthy Easy Taco Salad Bowls

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A quick and healthy taco salad filled with ground turkey, black beans, fresh veggies, and a creamy yogurt dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons low-fat milk
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh chives (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (for dressing)
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder (for dressing)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (for dressing)
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper (for dressing)
  • 1 cup baked tortilla chips or tostada shells, crushed (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the ground turkey and break it apart with your spatula. Cook until it’s browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. While the turkey is cooking, sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  4. Chop your romaine lettuce, tomatoes, bell pepper, and onion.
  5. Rinse and drain the black beans and corn.
  6. In a medium bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, milk, lemon juice, parsley, dill, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
  7. In a large bowl, layer the romaine lettuce as your base.
  8. Add the browned turkey, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, diced bell pepper, red onion, and avocado on top.
  9. Drizzle the dressing over the salad or serve it on the side.
  10. Top with shredded cheese and crushed tortilla chips and finish off with fresh cilantro leaves for garnish.

Notes

Ideal for meal prep and great for gatherings. Customize with your favorite toppings.

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Keywords: taco salad, quick meal, healthy recipe, ground turkey, lunch

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