Healthy Turkey Taco Salad

This healthy turkey taco salad is packed with veggies will be the highlight of taco night! A classic meal transformed into a nutritious package you can feel great about eating for nutritious lunches and dinners.

I’ve never been a taco fanatic – BUT, I do love a hearty scrumptious taco salad! While I adore taco salad, most of the time, it’s loaded with unwanted calories & saturated fats from tortilla chips, ground beef, heavy cheeses & sour cream. So, I’ve found the perfect alternative to one of my favorite Tex-Mex recipes. A simple switch to lean ground turkey, reduced-fat cheese & light sour cream then you’re on your way to a healthier fiesta.

Another perk to this yummy meal is that it’s easy to whip up & only takes 30 mins to make – all in one pot! How fantastic is that? A great solution to one of those lazy night’s when you just don’t feel like slaving away in the kitchen.

Also, you get to customize your taco meal with whatever toppings your heart desires. All in moderation of course! 😉  Here are some healthy additions you might want to add:

  • Reduced Fat Shredded Cheese
  • Cilantro
  • Green Onions
  • Light Sour Cream
  • Greek Yogurt
  • Avocado
  • Romaine Lettuce
  • Tomatoes
  • Corn
  • Black Beans
  • Jalapeños
  • Salsa
  • Fresh Lime Juice

Healthy Turkey Taco Salad

This healthy turkey taco salad is packed with veggies will be the highlight of taco night! A classic meal transformed into a nutritious package you can feel great about eating for nutritious lunches and dinners.
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 325 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. lean ground turkey
  • 1 pkg. reduced-sodium taco seasoning
  • 2 1/4 cups water
  • 1 16- oz jar salsa (thick & chunky works best)
  • 1 11- oz can corn with red & green bell peppers (Mexican corn)
  • 2 cups instant brown rice
  • toppings of choice: shredded cheese, cilantro, green onions, sour cream, tomato, lettuce, etc.

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook & brown ground turkey, breaking meat up into small pieces.
  • Stir in seasoning mix, water, salsa & corn. Bring to a boil & stir in rice. Simmer on medium for 5 mins. Cover with tight-fitting lid & turn off heat (keep pot on burner). Let stand 15-20 mins, until liquid is absorbed & rice is tender.
  • Prepare all your toppings – chopping lettuce, tomatoes, cilantro, onions & so on.
  • Fill your bowl with the desired amount of lettuce & rice then add skillet mixture into bowls, top with favorite taco toppings. Enjoy the fiesta!

Nutrition

Calories: 325kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 28gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 67mgSodium: 1232mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9g
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