Best Quick Turkey Taco Salad Recipes

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TACO SALAD



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This Taco Salad is quick, flavorful, hearty, a total breeze to make and it's a dinner everyone can agree on both young and old alike! It doesn't take much to make a satisfying meal and this simple salad is proof of that. This is a back pocket recipe you'll want to make on repeat!

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 Tbsp olive oil
1.25 lbs lean ground beef
1 cup bottled fire roasted salsa
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 Tbsp fresh cilantro
1 head romaine lettuce or iceberg lettuce, (chopped)
5 oz. tortilla chips, (slightly crumbled)
1 cup Shredded Mexican cheese blend
2 roma tomatoes, (diced (or 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes))
1 avocado, (diced (optional))
5 Tbsp Sour cream or Mexican crema ((optional))
1/4 cup chopped red onion ((optional))

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Crumble in beef in chunks. Let sear until browned on bottom, about 3 minutes then turn an d break up beef and continue to cook until cooked through.
  • Drain fat from beef then stir in salsa, chili powder and cumin. Season with salt and pepper to taste and heat through, about 1 minute.*
  • Remove from heat and stir in cilantro.
  • Layer lettuce among individual plates. Top with chips, beef mixture, cheese, tomatoes, avocado, sour cream and red onion if using. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 558 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Sodium 749 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TURKEY TACO SALAD



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I discovered this taco salad while I was on a health kick. My husband and I love it now. When I served it at a family birthday party, everyone eagerly asked for the recipe. -Angela Matson, Amboy, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces ground turkey
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small sweet yellow pepper, chopped
1/3 cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 cups salsa
1/2 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
8 cups torn romaine
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
Optional toppings: chopped tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese and crushed tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook turkey, peppers, onion and garlic over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up turkey into crumbles; drain., Stir in salsa, beans, chili powder and cumin; heat through., Divide romaine among four plates. Top with turkey mixture; sprinkle with cilantro and toppings of your choice. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 525mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TURKEY TACO SALAD



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This is a low fat, low calorie ground turkey taco salad. If you have leftover cooked turkey on hand simply chop it up. You'll need about 3 cups.

Provided by Sheryl Barney

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound extra-lean ground turkey breast
1 head iceberg lettuce - rinsed, dried, and chopped
6 green onions, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup diced dill pickles
½ cup sliced black olives
2 cups fat-free mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
¾ cup taco sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) package low-fat baked tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Place turkey in a large deep skillet, season with garlic salt and cook over medium high heat until fully cooked. Crumble and set aside to cool.
  • Mix together the turkey, lettuce, green onions, kidney beans, cheese, pickles and olives.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, vinegar and taco sauce.
  • Pour dressing over salad and refrigerate. Before serving, mix in 2 cups broken tortilla chips. Garnish with whole chips and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.2 calories, Carbohydrate 46.2 g, Cholesterol 49.6 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 979.8 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

QUICK TACO SALAD



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This is a simple make-your-own taco salad. Both my kids, ages six and two, LOVE this! I have made this both with two boneless chicken breasts and beef. Both are a great hit and so easy. I have also used this for Super Bowl party... they LOVED it!

Provided by Amy Tapscott Harvel

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds ground beef chuck
2 envelopes taco seasoning mix
1 ½ cups water
1 onion, chopped
2 cups green leaf lettuce, shredded
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups shredded Cheddar/Monterey Jack cheese blend
½ cup chopped black olives
2 cups salsa
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1 cup sour cream
1 (10.5 ounce) bag corn chips (such as Fritos®)

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until crumbly and no longer pink, about 10 minutes; drain excess grease. Mix in taco seasoning mix and water. Bring the beef mixture to a boil and cook until thickened, about 10 more minutes. Transfer beef to a serving bowl.
  • Place chopped onion, lettuce, cherry tomatoes, Cheddar cheese, black olives, salsa, jalapeno peppers, sour cream, and corn chips in individual serving bowls. Allow diners to assemble their own salads from the ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 637.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 100.8 mg, Fat 40.5 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 1611.1 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

TURKEY TACO SALAD



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You can substitute ground beef for the ground turkey in this family-friendly, taco-inspired bowl recipe. To make a vegetarian salad, leave out the meat and add your favorite canned beans in step two instead.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, diced
1 pound ground turkey
1 small zucchini, diced
1 red bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, diced
1 1/2 cups prepared green salsa
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 heads Boston lettuce, leaves separated
1 1/2 cups crushed tortilla chips
1 cup small cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup (about 4 ounces) shredded cheese, such as white cheddar or Monterey Jack

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, and cook, stirring often, until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add turkey; cook, stirring often, until starting to brown, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add zucchini, bell pepper, and 1 cup salsa; cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Season with salt and ground pepper. Transfer to a plate, and let cool.
  • In a large bowl, toss lettuce with tortilla chips, tomatoes, and remaining 1/2 cup salsa and 2 tablespoons oil. Transfer to serving plates, and top with turkey mixture and cheese.

GRANDMA'S EASY TURKEY TACO SALAD



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This is an easy recipe that my Grandmother always made. It is simple and delicious. A sprinkle of cheddar cheese is a great topping.

Provided by Jennifer Wood Anastasia

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground turkey
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
2 tomatoes, diced
1 (10 ounce) bag tortilla chips, coarsely crumbled
1 (8 fluid ounce) bottle thousand island dressing

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, and stir in the ground turkey. Cook and stir until the turkey is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Mix in taco seasoning mix as directed on package. Remove from heat.
  • Combine the turkey, black beans, lettuce, tomatoes, and tortilla chips in a large bowl. Toss with salad dressing. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for an hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 552.9 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 68.9 mg, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 1129.9 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

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