Description
A vibrant and hearty Turkey Taco Salad made with lean ground turkey, crisp romaine, and all your favorite taco toppings a healthy, flavorful twist on taco night!
Ingredients
1 lb ground turkey
1 tbsp olive oil
1 packet (or 2 tbsp) taco seasoning
1/4 cup water
4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup canned corn, drained
1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup diced red onion
1 avocado, sliced
1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
1/4 cup salsa
Tortilla chips, crushed, for topping
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart, until browned.
3. Stir in taco seasoning and water; simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
4. In a large bowl, layer romaine lettuce, tomatoes, corn, beans, and onions.
5. Top with cooked turkey, cheese, avocado slices, and crushed tortilla chips.
6. Drizzle with salsa and a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For extra crunch, use baked tortilla strips instead of chips.
Make it ahead: store turkey separately and assemble just before serving.
Swap ground turkey for chicken or plant-based crumbles for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: taco salad, turkey, healthy, quick meal, gluten-free