Who doesn’t love a good taco salad? There have been many nights that I’ve convinced myself that a plateful of tortilla chips, some greasy ground beef, Velveeta and a few shards of lettuce was a salad but really, who was I kidding? Some shredded lettuce sprinkled on top does not make a salad. Wanting to make a low fat taco salad that was a little bit healthier, I decided to ditch the beef and reduce the amount of chips. This version is definitely healthier and like anything, you can fatten it up if you like but I promise you, it’s more filling that what you might think.
Taco Salad
Ingredients:
- Chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup shredded monterey/cheddar blend (low fat)
- 1-15 oz can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1-15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 seeded and chopped tomatoes
- 3-4 thinly sliced green onions
- 1 medium can sliced black olives
- Tortilla chips
- Country French dressing
- Grilled chicken breast (optional)
Directions:
- In a large bowl layer the lettuce, beans and shredded cheese. Sprinkle with tomatoes, black olives and green onions or arrange them in whatever fancy design your heart desires!
- Garnish the bowl with tortilla chips.
- Serve with Country French dressing.
Note: I think this salad is filling without the chicken because of all the beans. Others in my family who will not be mentioned feel there always needs to be a piece of meat in our meals.
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wow – those both look delicious! I like that they are low fat, thank you for sharing!
Twitter: newlywedsurvive
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My husband is the “must have meat” police in my house! We will have to try this recipe…thanks for sharing it!
Twitter: JanetGoingCrazy
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This looks amazing! My husband and I are always looking for something fresh and delicious to spice up our bland diet and this would be perfect.
Twitter: prettynameless
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Looks delicious! Your picture is awesome too, by the way. I love the colors!
Ok now that is yummo!! Must try this
I love, love, LOVE taco salad but haven’t had it lately because of my diet! SO excited to have it again – thanks for showing me a way!
Twitter: linetteg
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That looks delicious! Taco salad is one of my favorite dinner ideas:-) It’s quick and easy, and fairly healthy all at the same time!
Twitter: ourfamilyworld
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This is so good and healthy!! Tacos are popular at home.
I really love the way it looks. Too bad I can’t make it right now – at work
your first few sentences cracked me up…we can call it salad, why not =)
this sounds delish, i’m saving for my monday menu meme !
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This caught me eye. I love taco salads. I want to try yours because it’s low-fat. Thanks for sharing.