Ground Turkey Taco Salad with Mayo Dressing
This is the perfect lunch idea. The best part about this salad is that it can be prepared in 30 minutes. I make it when I have little time but want to eat healthily. This is also great for meal prep, but if you are prepping it, please make sure not to add the dressing until you are ready to eat to prevent it from getting soggy.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Flavor packed. This salad has different flavors, from lime juice, cilantro, and smoked paprika.
High protein. Black beans and ground turkey are excellent protein sources, and this salad features them.
Ingredients Needed for Ground Turkey Taco Salad with Mayo Dressing
- Black beans are a good source of protein.
- Corn is high in fiber.
- Avocado oil. You can replace it with olive oil.
- Tomato paste add fantastic color to the ground turkey.
- Ground turkey is high in protein and contains vitamins and minerals.
- Onion. I used red onion, but you can also use yellow onion.
- Mayonnaise. You can replace the mayo with plain yogurt.
- Lime juice is a good source of vitamin C.
- Sour cream contains probiotics that can help to promote healthy digestion.
- Lettuce is a good source of vitamins like vitamins A and K.
- Jalapeño pepper. You can substitute it with bell pepper.
- Avocado is an excellent source of healthy fats.
- Cilantro adds a fantastic flavor to this salad.
- Roma tomatoes can be replaced with cherry tomatoes.
- Seasonings: I used taco seasoning, salt, and smoked paprika.
How To Make Ground Turkey Taco Salad with Mayo Dressing
Heat avocado oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the ground turkey, taco seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and tomato paste. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until the ground turkey is fully cooked.
Rinse and drain the black beans and corn and transfer them to the large salad bowl. Chop the lettuce and tomatoes. Dice the onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and avocado and transfer them to the salad bowl.
Combine avocado oil, smoked paprika, sour cream, mayo, lime juice, and taco seasoning in a small bowl. Transfer to the salad bowl, stir, and enjoy.
Commonly Asked Questions
How long will this salad last in the fridge? If you do not add the dressing, it will last 3-4 days. Once you add the dressing, it cannot be stored in the refrigerator.
What is an excellent vegan and vegetarian option for ground turkey? Shredded tofu is a good vegan and vegetarian substitute for ground turkey.
Ground Turkey Taco Salad with Mayo Dressing
Ingredients
- 1 cup black beans
- 1 cup roasted corn
- ¼ cup avocado oil
- 2 TBSP tomato paste
- 1 LB. Ground turkey
- Half an onion
- 3 TBSP light mayo
- 3 TBSP taco seasoning
- 2 TBSP smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- 2 TBSP lime juice
- 2 TBSP sour cream
- Half-head iceberg lettuce
- 1 jalapeno pepper
- 1 medium avocado
- 1 TBSP chopped cilantro
- 3 tomatoes
Instructions
- Spray a non-stick pan with about 1 tbsp avocado oil and heat over medium heat. Add the ground turkey, 2 tbsp taco seasoning, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, salt to taste, and tomato paste. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until the ground turkey is fully cooked. Allow to cool and transfer to a large salad bowl.
- Rinse and drain the black beans and corn and transfer them to the large salad bowl. Chop the lettuce and tomatoes. Dice the onion, jalapeno, and cilantro and transfer them to the salad bowl. Cut the avocado as well and add to the salad bowl.
- Add the remaining avocado oil, light mayo, lime juice, taco seasoning, smoked paprika, and sour cream and combine in a small bowl. Transfer to the salad bowl, stir, and enjoy.
