Taco Salad
This vibrant and flavorful taco salad is a perfect blend of fresh ingredients and savory flavors. The zesty cilantro vinaigrette ties everything together beautifully, while the tender ground turkey or chicken adds a satisfying protein element. Layers of crisp lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and more create a delightful texture and taste experience in every bite. This dish is not only delicious but also easy to assemble, making it a fantastic option for a quick and nutritious meal.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 shallot, roughly chopped
- 2 cups tightly packed fresh cilantro leaves, stems removed (about 4 ounces)
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 pound ground turkey or chicken
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 heads Romaine Lettuce, thinly shredded
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved or quartered
- ½ cup grated cheddar cheese
- 2 ears of corn, shucked and corn sliced off the cob
- 2 avocados, diced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- cilantro leaves
- A few tablespoons red onion, chopped or sliced
- 1 cup Black Beans, rinsed and drained
Instructions
- For the Cilantro Vinaigrette
- Combine all the ingredients in a blender and blend for 2 minutes until smooth. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed and set aside.
- For the meat:
- Place a medium skillet over medium high heat and add the olive oil. Add the onions and sauté for 5 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds more. Add the ground chicken or turkey and continue to cook for 6-7 minutes until fully cooked. Add the taco seasoning and the water and reduce heat to low. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes while you assemble the salad.
- For the Salad
- If you’re layering this in one large serving bowl, layer half of the lettuce on the bottom followed by half of all the other toppings. Add the next layer of lettuce on top and finish with the remaining toppings. Top with the meat and toss together with a few tablespoons of the vinaigrette. Add more as needed and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 670 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content: 35 g
- Protein Content: 25 g
- Fat Content: 51 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 9 g
- Trans Fat Content: 0.01 g
- Cholesterol Content: 45 mg
- Sodium Content: 786 mg
- Fiber Content: 13 g
- Sugar Content: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat Content: 39 g
- Serving Size: 1 serving
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