Taco Salad

This tantalizing dish is packed with all of your favorite flavors, including a special blend of spices, savory ground beef, and fresh vegetables. It’s super easy to make and sure to leave you feeling satisfied.

Servings

1

Ready In:

15 minutes

Difficulty:

Easy

Ingredients

1-4 tsp olive oil
4 oz (F) or 6 oz (M) lean ground beef (96% or above lean)
¼ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp chili powder
¼ tsp garlic powder
½ cup red onion, chopped
1 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
½ avocado, chopped
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup romaine lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces

This healthy taco salad recipe is a delicious and guilt-free way to enjoy the flavors of tacos. It is made with lean ground beef, seasoned with ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, and garlic powder, and topped with fresh ingredients such as red onion, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese. The salad greens are romaine lettuce, a great source of Vitamin A and K. This is a perfect meal for a summer evening or as a healthy lunch option.

Step by Step Instructions

Step 1

Add the olive oil, beef, and spices to a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, using a spoon to break the meat up into smaller pieces (and stir often), for around 7 minutes or until it’s cooked through.

Step 2

Meanwhile, prep your other salad ingredients and add them to a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Once the ground beef is cooked, sprinkle it over the salad.

Step 4

Add dressing and toss.

Step 5

Drizzle (1 tbsp) Greek Yogurt (Ex: FAGE 0% Total) over salad as a sour cream replacement (optional).

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