Mexican-Style Taco Salad

This spicy, flavorful dish features authentic Mexican aromas, its a family favorite!

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 300 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 cup salsa
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 dash cayenne pepper
• 2 red bell peppers, cut into thin strips
• 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
• 1 (19 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 small carrots, julienned

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the turkey, and stir until crumbly and no longer pink. Season with chili powder, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper, kidney beans, and salsa. Cook over medium-high heat until the mixture is simmering and the beans are hot, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Divide the lettuce, carrots, and red bell peppers among 4 serving plates. Spoon the turkey mixture overtop to serve.