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Taco Salad with Ground Turkey

This taco salad with ground turkey is healthy, filling, and full of classic taco flavor. Seasoned turkey served over crisp lettuce with fresh toppings makes an easy dinner or meal-prep favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired, Tex-Mex
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 6 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup canned black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels optional
  • 1 avocado diced
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
  • ⅓ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 –2 tablespoons milk or water to thin

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart, until browned.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and cook until fragrant and no liquid remains.
  4. Add lettuce to a large bowl and top with tomatoes, beans, corn, and avocado.
  5. Spoon warm turkey over the salad.
  6. Drizzle with dressing if using and toss gently before serving.

Notes

Recipe Notes
  • Season turkey generously for best flavor
  • Keep components separate for meal prep
  • Skip beans and corn for low-carb
Nutrition (Per Serving – Estimate)
  • Calories: 430
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Carbs: 24 g