Healthier Taco Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
• 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
• Lettuce leaves, for serving
• Shredded cheddar cheese, for serving
• Sliced avocado, for serving
• Salsa, for serving

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and break it into small pieces. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
2. Add the onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and tomatoes with green chilies. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until heated through.
4. To serve, place a bed of lettuce leaves on a plate. Top with the taco salad mixture and your desired toppings, such as cheddar cheese, avocado, and salsa.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 300
• Fat: 10 grams
• Saturated Fat: 4 grams
• Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
• Sodium: 500 milligrams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams
• Fiber: 10 grams
• Protein: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Healthy and nutritious
• Packed with vegetables and lean protein
• Flavourful and satisfying
• Versatile and customizable

User Comments:

• "This taco salad is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love that I can add my own toppings to make it customized to my taste."
• "This is a great way to get your veggies in! It's filling and healthy, and I always feel good after eating it."
• "I'm not a huge fan of salads, but this one is an exception. It's so flavorful and satisfying, I could eat it every day."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you want a spicier salad, add more taco seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• To make the salad even healthier, use whole-wheat tortilla chips or lettuce wraps instead of regular tortilla chips.
• You can also add other vegetables to the salad, such as shredded zucchini or chopped cucumbers.