Transform your Taco Salad into a Protein Taco Salad!

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Usually, unless you’re loading your salad with chicken or fish, salads can be a little stingy with the protein. Today, we’re changing that. Take a look at this craveable taco salad and know it has 26g of protein per serving. Dig in!

NUTRITIONAL INFO

TACO SALAD

Yields: 4 servings |  Serving Size:  1/4 Salad Bowl

Calories: 240 | Protein: 26g  | Fat: 11g | Net Carb: 5g 

Total Carb: 9g | Fiber: 4g | Erythritol: N/A | Sugar: N/A

Prep Time: 10 mins  | Cook Time: 8 mins | Total Time:  ~20 minutes

INGREDIENTS

  • 1/2 lb ground turkey
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup black olives
  • 1 jalapeño, sliced
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 2.2 ounces Quest Nacho Cheese Tortilla-Style Protein Chips

Method

  1. In a large, non-stick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. add turkey and seasonings to skillet
  3. Break up the ground turkey and stir it with a wooden spoon until it’s cooked throughout (6-8 minutes)
  4. Place the chopped lettuce in a large serving bowl.
  5. Remove turkey from heat and top off the serving bowl with turkey.
  6. Add tomatoes, cheese, olives, jalapeños and chips.
  7. Drizzle with sour cream and toss slightly before serving
  8. Enjoy!