Skinny Taco Salad

  • Prep 30 min
  • Total 30 min
  • Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (at least 90% lean)
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
  • 12 cups torn romaine or iceberg lettuce
  • 1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ pinto beans, drained, rinsed
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
  • 3 medium green onions, sliced (3 tablespoons)
  • 3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese (3 oz)
  • 3/4 cup Muir Glen™ organic salsa (any variety)
  • 3/4 cup fat-free sour cream
  • 3 oz tortilla chips

Steps

  • 1
    In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in water, chili powder, cumin and ground red pepper; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook about 5 minutes or until most of liquid has evaporated.
  • 2
    Divide lettuce among 6 salad plates; top each with meat mixture and remaining ingredients except chips. Arrange chips around salad. Serve immediately.

  • We've replaced ingredients with great-tasting alternatives to create better-for-you recipes that are just as yummy as the originals.
  • In a hurry? Just toss all of the ingredients for this Skinny Taco Salad recipe in a large bowl and serve family-style with chips.
  • Avocado slices make a perfect garnish for this zesty Skinny Taco Salad.
  • Make your own baked tortilla chips! Cut corn or flour tortillas into wedges or strips. Brush lightly with oil and place on an ungreased cookie sheet, then bake at 375°F for 8 to 12 minutes or until crispy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3 Cups
Calories
380
Calories from Fat
110
Total Fat
12g
18%
Saturated Fat
3 1/2g
18%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
50mg
17%
Sodium
480mg
20%
Potassium
960mg
28%
Total Carbohydrate
42g
14%
Dietary Fiber
10g
41%
Sugars
5g
Protein
27g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
130%
130%
Vitamin C
60%
60%
Calcium
20%
20%
Iron
30%
30%
Exchanges:
2 Starch; 0 Fruit; 1 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 0 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 3 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 0 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choice
3
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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