{"id":933,"date":"2026-02-24T18:16:48","date_gmt":"2026-02-24T19:16:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/?p=933"},"modified":"2026-02-25T16:18:03","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T16:18:03","slug":"healthy-taco-salad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/24\/healthy-taco-salad\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Taco Salad"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"700\" height=\"1004\" src=\"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/taco-salad-4-700x1004-1.jpg\" class=\"webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image\" alt=\"This quick and easy Healthy Taco Salad is made with seasoned ground turkey, fresh veggies and all your favorite toppings to pack in the flavor! 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I am always on the hunt for easy weeknight meals and our family LOVES this <strong>Healthy Taco Salad<\/strong> recipe! Packed with lean protein, fresh veggies and healthy fats for a complete meal that is filling and doesn&#8217;t skimp on flavor. We love to meal prep this and enjoy it throughout the week, but this healthy taco salad is also a huge crowdpleaser if serving guests! If you are looking for healthier Mexican food, then this dish has you covered!  <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You&#8217;ll Love This<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Quick and easy<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 this salad may have a lot of components, but you can easily throw this whole salad together in under 30 minutes!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Healthy<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 made with lean ground turkey, healthy fats, and fresh ingredients that will leave you full and satisfied. A great taco salad to hit your protein goals!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Customizable<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 you can easily make this salad all your own by using your favorite combination of toppings or swapping proteins.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Great for meal prep<\/strong> &#8211; store components in separate containers in the fridge and assemble when ready to eat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/turkey-taco-salad-2.jpg\" alt=\"This quick and easy Healthy Taco Salad is packed with seasoned ground turkey, fresh veggies and all your favorite toppings to pack in the flavor! Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep or even serving a crowd!\" class=\"wp-image-31347\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Taco Salad Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>ground turkey<\/strong> &#8211; I used 93% lean ground turkey and you could go even leaner, but the turkey will be drier and not as flavorful.&nbsp;You could also use ground chicken, lean ground beef or ground pork.<\/li>\n<li><strong>lettuce<\/strong> &#8211; I used crisp romaine lettuce in this salad. If you aren&#8217;t a fan, feel free to use iceberg lettuce, spinach, kale or whatever type of crisp lettuce you like best.<\/li>\n<li><strong>veggies<\/strong> &#8211; you&#8217;ll need grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, fresh corn, avocado, yellow onion or red onion, and green onions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>black beans<\/strong> &#8211; not only do canned black beans make this salad hearty and more filling, but they are a great source of fiber and potassium. You could also use pinto beans or kidney beans or skip the beans all together.<\/li>\n<li><strong>salsa<\/strong> &#8211; you can use whatever salsa you like best whether it is a jar purchased from the store or homemade salsa. Try my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/pico-de-gallo\/\">fresh pico de gallo<\/a> or this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/best-ever-salsa\/\">best ever salsa recipe<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>limes<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 you&#8217;ll need the juice of 1\/2 a lime which adds a nice fresh, tangy flavor that really brightens up this whole salad.&nbsp;Make sure to use a fresh lime as bottled lime juice can have a bitter taste. Use extra lime wedges to serve at the end!<\/li>\n<li><strong>taco seasoning<\/strong> &#8211; you can use a store-bought packet of taco seasoning mix or try my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/homemade-taco-seasoning\/\">homemade taco seasoning<\/a> made with a combination of chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano.<\/li>\n<li><strong>cilantro<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 I LOVE the taste of cilantro leaves so I\u2019m pretty heavy-handed. If you\u2019re not a fan of this herb, feel free to use chopped parsley or even basil.<\/li>\n<li><strong>cotija cheese<\/strong> &#8211; I like adding a little cheese, but feel free to omit if you are dairy-free. You could also swap cotija cheese with shredded Mexican cheese or cheddar cheese.<\/li>\n<li><strong>salt + pepper<\/strong> &#8211; needed to season the ground turkey.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner has-background has-quaternary-background-color\">\n<p>A good tip to note is that 2 1\/2 tablespoons of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/homemade-taco-seasoning\/\">homemade taco seasoning<\/a> equals one seasoning packet. I highly recommend using homemade over store-bought seasoning for the best flavor, but feel free to use whatever you have on hand.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/taco-salad-6.jpg\" alt=\"This quick and easy Healthy Taco Salad is packed with seasoned ground turkey, fresh veggies and all your favorite toppings to pack in the flavor! Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep or even serving a crowd!\" class=\"wp-image-32357\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make Healthy Taco Salad<\/h2>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepare veggies.<\/strong>&nbsp; Simply wash and chop the romaine lettuce, onions, tomatoes, cilantro and avocado with a sharp knife. Then drain and rinse the black beans. Set all this aside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Brown the turkey.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0Drizzle a little olive oil in a <a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/wHe_B\">large skillet<\/a> over medium-high heat and add the chopped yellow onion.\u00a0Saut\u00e9 onion until softened, about 2 to 3 minutes, then add the ground turkey. Using a wooden spoon, cook the meat, breaking it up into small pieces, until it begins to crumble and brown. Add the taco seasoning and continue cooking until turkey is browned and completely cooked through.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make the rest of the filling.<\/strong> Stir in the black beans, corn and salsa, cooking an additional 5 more minutes until heated through. Squeeze in the lime juice and season the meat mixture with salt and pepper, as needed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Assemble salad.<\/strong> In a large bowl, combine all the salad ingredients. Top with the turkey taco meat (or beef mixture), sprinkle on some cheese and add your favorite toppings such as avocado slices, jalapenos, tortilla strips, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/chunky-guacamole\/\">guacamole<\/a>, extra salsa and cilantro.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-quaternary-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make Crunchy Tortilla Crisps<\/h2>\n<p>You can easily purchase some wonton crisps for this salad, but I love making my own as it gives me total control over the flavor, crunch level and ingredients. Perfect for adding texture to this salad, but I also love them on top of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/chicken-tortilla-soup\/\">chicken tortilla soup<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/the-best-turkey-chili-youll-ever-taste\/\">chili<\/a>!<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What you need<\/strong> &#8211; all you need are some flour tortillas or corn tortillas, a little olive oil (or avocado oil) spray, salt and any other other spices you want to add. Some great options include chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, lime zest, and Taj\u00edn.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How to season<\/strong> &#8211; cut the flour tortilla into thin strips (1\/4-1\/2 inch wide) and place directly on a <a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/ESPaO\">baking sheet<\/a> or in a bowl. Lightly spray with oil, just enough for the seasoning to stick. Season with whatever you like best (salt is a MUST!) and toss to coat evenly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make them crunchy<\/strong> &#8211; bake the tortilla strips in a single layer in the oven at 375 degrees F for about 7 to 10 minutes, flipping them halfway through. Bake until lightly golden and crisp.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1757\" src=\"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/taco-salad-3.jpg\" alt=\"This quick and easy Healthy Taco Salad is packed with seasoned ground turkey, fresh veggies and all your favorite toppings to pack in the flavor! Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep or even serving a crowd!\" class=\"wp-image-32358\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Additions<\/h2>\n<p>The best part of this classic taco salad is that it is completely customizable to your liking! So many favorite taco toppings, variety of textures and the possibilities are endless.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Add in more veggies<\/strong>&nbsp;such as snap peas, bell pepper slices, red onions, jalape\u00f1os, black olives, shredded zucchini or even asparagus.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Switch up the protein<\/strong>&nbsp;by using ground beef, shrimp, salmon or even ground pork, or shredded chicken.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Go meatless<\/strong>&nbsp;by using tofu (highly recommend marinating it in some dressing!) or leaving the protein out of this salad all together.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add grains<\/strong> by mixing in brown rice, white rice, cooked quinoa or even cauliflower rice for extra heartiness. A great way to make your own bowls.<\/li>\n<li><strong>If you love crunch<\/strong>, swap out the wonton crisps for chopped peanuts, crushed tortilla chips or other nuts for a fun variation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make it creamy<\/strong> by adding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/chunky-guacamole\/\">guacamole<\/a>, a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, this delicious <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/creamy-avocado-ranch-dressing\/\">creamy avocado ranch dressing<\/a> or this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/cilantro-lime-dressing\/\">cilantro lime dressing recipe<\/a>!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1170\" height=\"1717\" src=\"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/taco-salad-88.jpg\" alt=\"This quick and easy Healthy Taco Salad is made with seasoned ground turkey, fresh veggies and all your favorite toppings to pack in the flavor! Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep or even serving a crowd!\" class=\"wp-image-32382\" \/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta__icon\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=&amp;media=&amp;description=\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"263\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"block-instagram-cta\">\n<div class=\"block-instagram-cta__icon\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"block-instagram-cta__content\">\n<p class=\"block-instagram-cta__title\">Follow on Instagram<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/eaturselfskinny\/\">Follow<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prepping and Storage<\/h2>\n<p>This easy taco salad recipe will last up to\u00a0<strong>2 to 3 days<\/strong>\u00a0in the refrigerator stored in a sealed, <a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/q4Ci3\">airtight container<\/a>. If planning store for later, I don\u2019t recommend assembling the salad until right before eating to keep the lettuce as fresh and crisp as possible.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Mexican-Inspired <\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/healthy-chicken-enchilada-recipe\/\">Healthy Chicken Enchiladas<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/mexican-stuffed-bell-peppers\/\">Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/instant-pot-mexican-brown-rice\/\">Instant Pot Mexican Brown Rice<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/sheet-pan-chicken-fajitas\/\">Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/enchilada-stuffed-zucchini-boats\/\">Enchilada Stuffed Zucchini Boats<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/baked-chicken-fajita-roll-ups\/\">Baked Chicken Fajita Roll-Ups<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Delicious Salads<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/chinese-chicken-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chinese Chicken Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/blackened-shrimp-and-corn-salad\/\">Blackened Shrimp and Corn Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/crunchy-thai-chicken-salad\/\">Crunchy Thai Chicken Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/southwestern-salad-creamy-avocado-dressing\/\">Southwest Chicken Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/healthy-chicken-caesar-salad\/\">Healthy Chicken Caesar Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/healthy-greek-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Healthy Greek Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Hope you all enjoy this Healthy Taco Salad on your next taco night! <em><em>If you love this as much as we do, please leave a <img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/2b50.png\" alt=\"\u2b50\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/2b50.png\" alt=\"\u2b50\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/2b50.png\" alt=\"\u2b50\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/2b50.png\" alt=\"\u2b50\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/2b50.png\" alt=\"\u2b50\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" \/> star rating below and don\u2019t forget to tag me on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/instagram\/LL8p4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>&nbsp;using the hashtag #eatyourselfskinny!<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-32373\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"32373\" data-servings=\"4\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-basic\">\n<div class=\"wprm-container-float-left\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/taco-salad-4-300x300-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-150x150 size-150x150\" alt=\"This quick and easy Healthy Taco Salad is made with seasoned ground turkey, fresh veggies and all your favorite toppings to pack in the flavor! 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Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep or even serving a crowd!<\/em><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-tags-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Salad<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">Mexican<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-keyword-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-keyword-label\">Keyword <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-keyword wprm-block-text-normal\">Healthy Taco Salad<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">15<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">15<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">30<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-32373 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"32373\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">4<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-nutrition-container wprm-recipe-calories-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-nutrition-label wprm-recipe-calories-label\">Calories <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-nutrition wprm-recipe-calories wprm-block-text-normal\">466<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-nutrition-unit wprm-recipe-calories-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-32373-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-32373-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"32373\" data-servings=\"4\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Taco Meat:<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">Tbsp<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/olivoil\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\">olive oil<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">yellow onion, diced<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">lb<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">ground turkey<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2 1\/2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">Tbsp<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/homemade-taco-seasoning\/\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\">taco seasoning<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">(15 oz)<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">can black beans, drained and rinsed<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salsa<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Juice of 1\/2 a lime<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Salt and pepper, to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Salad:<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">heads<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">romaine lettuce, chopped (about 8 cups)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">grape tomatoes, chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">fresh or frozen corn (about 2 ears)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/3<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">green onions, chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/3<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cilantro, chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">avocado, pitted and cut into chunks<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup <\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cotija cheese, crumbled<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Optional toppings: guacamole, tortilla strips<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-32373-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-32373-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"32373\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Instructions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-32373-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Drizzle olive oil in a <a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/wHe_B\">hot skillet<\/a> over medium-high heat and add chopped yellow onion.\u00a0Saut\u00e9 onion until softened, about 2 to 3 minutes, then add the ground turkey and cook until it begins to crumble and brown. Add the taco seasoning and continue cooking until turkey is browned and completely cooked through.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-32373-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Stir in the black beans, corn and salsa, cooking an additional 5 more minutes until heated through. Squeeze in the lime juice and season with salt and pepper, as needed.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-32373-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>In a large bowl, combine all the salad ingredients, top with the turkey taco meat, sprinkle on some cheese and add your favorite toppings such as avocado slices, tortilla strips, guacamole, extra salsa and cilantro.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-32373-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Nutrition<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-serving_size\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Serving: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">\/4th of salad<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">466<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">39<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">37<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">24.8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5.9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">90.7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">410<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">14.4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7.8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The post <a 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