FIESTA TACO SALADS

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This taco salad has all the flavors, but it's so much easier to prepare and eat because it's not served in a shell. If you like spicier food, use medium or hot salsa and add another jalapeno. -Tari Ambler, Shorewood, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium taco seasoning
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
4 cups hearts of romaine salad mix
3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
3 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1/3 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup salsa
1/4 cup 2% milk
32 blue tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and jalapeno over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in water and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in beans., Divide romaine among four serving plates. Top with beef mixture, tomatoes, green pepper, onions, olives and cheese., In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, salsa and milk. Drizzle over salads. Arrange tortilla chips around edges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 922mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

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