Healthy Taco Salad with Ground Beef
This Healthy Taco Salad with Ground Beef is a quick and easy dinner recipe! Packed with protein and flavor, this layered taco salad recipe is a favorite on busy weeknights.
Servings 4
Calories 211kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lb. extra lean ground beef
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 3 tbsp water
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
Topping Ideas
- crumbled tortilla chips
- shredded cheese
- guacamole
- salsa
- sour cream
- sliced jalapenos
- sliced avocado
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring for 1 minute.
- Add in the ground beef, and season with sea salt and pepper. Break it up with a wooden spoon and brown until completely cooked through with no pink left.
- Add in the taco seasonings and water and stir well. Bring to a quick boil then reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.
- Assemble your salad. Portion out the lettuce into bowls and top with the cooked ground beef. Add your toppings and enjoy.
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Storage tips
- Store any leftover cooked taco meat in an airtight container in the fridge. Be sure to allow it to cool to room temperature before storage. Keep the toppings separate and store them likewise in their own containers. Use everything within 2-3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 211kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 177mg | Potassium: 536mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1798IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 5mg