HEALTHY TACO SALAD
Looking for an easy weeknight meal? This Easy and Healthy Taco Salad recipe is it! It's simple to prepare, deliciously satisfying, and customizable with your favorite taco toppings! Made in under 30 minutes it's the perfect family friendly dinner that is also gluten-free, Paleo and Whole30 friendly.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 lb. grass-fed ground beef
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ cup salsa of choice divided
- 4 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 red onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños
- Optional: 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1 avocado cubed
- Lime wedges for garnish
- Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot add beef and cook until browned, about 8 minutes. Drain excess fat. Add all of the spices to the beef and ¼ cup salsa and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Meanwhile assemble salad: In a large bowl toss together lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, jalapeños, and cheese. Divide between 4 bowls and top with ground beef.
- Serve with remaining salsa on the side for dressing.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/4 recipe | Calories: 383kcal | Carbohydrates: 12.9g | Protein: 37.1g | Fat: 20.9g | Saturated Fat: 5.3g | Sodium: 399mg | Fiber: 5.9g | Sugar: 4.5g