HEALTHIER TACO SALAD

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I created this dish so the kids could still enjoy one of their favorite foods, but with less fat and salt. It passed their taste-test with flying colors! Leftovers are great for school lunches.

Provided by Angela

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds lean ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 ½ cups low-sodium tomato juice
2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot®)
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (14.5 ounce) package baked tortilla chips, or to taste
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese, or to taste
⅓ head iceberg lettuce, shredded, or to taste
1 cup salsa, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir beef and onion in the hot skillet until beef is no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease, and return beef to the skillet. Add tomato juice, hot sauce, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and cayenne pepper. Reduce heat and simmer gently, about 15 minutes.
  • Break tortilla chips into bowls and top with the ground beef mixture. Finish with Cheddar cheese, lettuce, and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478.7 calories, Carbohydrate 50.8 g, Cholesterol 82.5 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 1052.8 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

Shubol Raj
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover taco meat. I also like to add some chopped avocado and cilantro for extra flavor. It's a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.


Ali Shahid Guru
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This salad is so fresh and flavorful. I love the combination of textures and flavors. It's a great way to get your daily dose of veggies.


MR HYPER OFFICIAL
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I'm not a huge fan of taco salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The dressing is amazing and the combination of flavors is perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


lucky G
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies. My kids loved the crunchy tortilla chips and the flavorful dressing. I'll definitely be making this again.


MdAkash Alli
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use ground turkey or chicken, depending on what I have on hand. The dressing is also really versatile - I've used Greek yogurt, sour cream, and even salsa as a base.


Junior Forsythe
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover taco meat. I also like to add some chopped avocado and cilantro for extra flavor. It's a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.


Lila Bista
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I love this salad! It's so fresh and flavorful. The dressing is amazing and the combination of textures and flavors is perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sandy Williamson
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The dressing is delicious and the combination of flavors is perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Md panna Mdpanna
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I'm a huge fan of taco salad, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The dressing is tangy and flavorful, and the combination of ground turkey, black beans, corn, and tomatoes is delicious. I also love that I can use a variety of toppings, depending


Raihanah Adhia
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies. My kids loved the crunchy tortilla chips and the flavorful dressing. I'll definitely be making this again.


AL_HAFIZ CROCKERY
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to eat salad, and this taco salad definitely fits the bill. It's packed with flavor and the dressing is to die for. I'll definitely be making this again!


Taha Mohmed
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This salad is so fresh and flavorful. I love the combination of textures and flavors. It's a great way to get your daily dose of veggies.


AM MAHIN S2
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover taco meat. I also like to add some chopped avocado and cilantro for extra flavor. It's a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.


Chris M
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I'm not a huge fan of taco salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The dressing is amazing and the combination of flavors is perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Pamela Mahlangu
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use ground turkey or chicken, depending on what I have on hand. The dressing is also really versatile - I've used Greek yogurt, sour cream, and even salsa as a base.


Rojan Moktan
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I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes, and this taco salad definitely fits the bill. It's packed with veggies and lean protein, and the dressing is light and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again!


Cecilia Oduro
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The flavors were well-balanced and the salad was very filling. I will definitely be making this again.


Afiya Jannat
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This taco salad was a hit with my family! The dressing was tangy and flavorful, and the combination of ground turkey, black beans, corn, and tomatoes was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.