A colorful protein taco salad with seasoned chicken, fresh vegetables, and cheese is served on a bed of lettuce with tortilla chips and a small bowl of salsa on a wooden table.

Protein Taco Salad

Alex Brecher


 

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!

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 bags Quest Nacho Cheese Tortilla-Style Protein Chips

 

A colorful taco salad is served in a bowl, featuring layers of protein, fresh vegetables, and toppings, set on a wooden table with a fork beside it, suggesting a healthy meal option.

  PREPARATION :

 

  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 head 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!

A colorful protein taco salad is served in a bowl, featuring layers of lettuce, beans, diced tomatoes, cheese, and avocado, garnished with cilantro, on a wooden table.

  NUTRITIONAL INFO : 

Nutrition Per Serving (Serves 4)
  • Calories 240
  • Fat 11 g
  • Net carbs 5 g
  • Fiber 4 g
  • Protein 26 g
  • Serving SIze 1/4 Salad Bowl
  • Prep Time 10 mins
  • Cook Time 8 Mins
  • Total Time ~ 20 Mins
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