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taco salad
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25 April 2025

Spicy Santa Fe Taco Salad

Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM

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A protein-packed taco salad featuring lean ground turkey, black beans, avocado dip, and crunchy toppings. Perfect for a satisfying and spicy meal.

Spicy Santa Fe Taco Salad

Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM

A protein-packed taco salad featuring lean ground turkey, black beans, avocado dip, and crunchy toppings. Perfect for a satisfying and spicy meal.

Spicy Santa Fe Taco Salad image
taco salad
healthy salad
high protein
spicy
turkey salad
Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings
4

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Ingredients

USMetric

Topping

Avocado Dip

Salad

Instructions

Prepare the Topping

  1. 1

    Warm a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Add ground turkey and cook for 4–5 minutes, breaking it into small pieces until no longer pink.

  3. 3

    Stir in beans, jalapeño, tomatoes, garlic, scallions, cilantro, corn, salt, pepper, and paprika.

  4. 4

    Cover and cook on low for 15 minutes, then uncover and simmer for 5 minutes to reduce liquid.

Make the Avocado Dip

  1. 1

    In a blender, combine yogurt, water, half of the avocado, cilantro, cayenne, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

    Blend until smooth and set aside.

Assemble the Salad

  1. 1

    Divide lettuce among 4 plates.

  2. 2

    Top with turkey mixture, cheese, tomato, cilantro, and remaining avocado.

  3. 3

    Spoon avocado dip on top and garnish with crushed tortilla chips.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving

Calories 347
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18g23%
Saturated Fat 7g35%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 55mg18%
Sodium 380mg17%
Total Carbohydrates 28g10%
Dietary Fiber 6g21%
Sugars 6g
Protein 22g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.