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    8-Layer Taco Salad

    High Protein Diabetes-FriendlyEgg-FreeNo ShellfishNut-FreeGluten-FreeAmericanMexicanDinnerSalad
    about 10 cups
    Active time: 30 minutes
    Total time: 30 minutes

    Nutrition Per Serving

    • Calories397 cal
    • Total Fat21.7 g
    • Saturated Fat4.9 g
    • Cholesterol1 mg
    • Sodium665 mg
    • Carbohydrate Total28.8 g
    • Protein24.4 g
    • Phosphorus350 mg
    • Potassium822 mg
    • Fiber8.1 g
    • Calcium188 mg

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon canola oil
    • 1 pound 93%-lean ground turkey
    • 2 tablespoons chili powder
    • ½ teaspoon salt, divided
    • 1 avocado, pitted
    • ½ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
    • 1½ cups crumbled unsalted tortilla chips
    • 1 cup prepared salsa
    • 1 15-ounce can pinto beans, rinsed
    • 5 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce
    • ½ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
    • 1 medium tomato, chopped

    Description

    This gorgeous and colorful 8-layer taco salad recipe is made healthier by using ground turkey in place of beef, adding Greek yogurt and bumping up the amount of vegetables. Serve this salad in a clear glass bowl and you’ll have an eye-catching party-worthy dinner or potluck side in just 30 minutes.

    Directions

    1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add turkey, chili powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring and breaking up lumps, until cooked through, about 5 minutes.
    2. Meanwhile, mash avocado, yogurt and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl with a fork until smooth.
    3. Transfer the turkey and any juice from the pan to a serving bowl. Layer chips, salsa, beans and lettuce over the turkey. Spread the avocado mixture over the lettuce. Top with cheese, then tomato.
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