Taco Salad Recipe

Servings: 1 (Counts as 1 Leaner, 3 Greens, 1 Healthy Fat, 3 Condiments)

Ingredients

• 7 oz 99% lean ground turkey (Lean protein)
• 47 g romaine lettuce, chopped (1 Green)
• 37 g cherry tomatoes, sliced (1 Green)
• 30 g minced jicama (1 Green)
• 45 g Napa cabbage, shredded (1 Green)
• 7 black olives, sliced (Healthy Fat)
• 1 oz part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded (Leaner protein)
• Taco seasoning (1 Condiment):
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • 1/8 tsp cumin
  • 1/8 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/8 tsp onion powder
  • 1/8 tsp smoked paprika

Instructions

1. Cook the Ground Turkey:
   • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
   • Add the ground turkey and break it up with a spoon.
   • Stir in the taco seasoning and cook until fully browned (internal temp 165°F). Set aside.
2. Prepare the Salad Base:
   • In a bowl, layer the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, jicama, and Napa cabbage.
3. Add Toppings:
   • Top the salad base with the cooked turkey, black olives, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
4. Serve and Enjoy:
   • Optional: Add 1 tbsp of salsa (counts as 1 Condiment) or a drizzle of fresh lime juice (free).

Nutritional Overview

Component	Amount
Calories	~290 kcal
Protein	~42 g
Carbohydrates	~7 g
Fat	~8 g

Component	Quantity Used
Lean Protein	7 oz 99% lean ground turkey + 1 oz part-skim mozzarella	✓ Fully compliant (Leaner protein)
Low-Carb Veggies (Greens)	47 g romaine lettuce, 37 g cherry tomatoes, 30 g jicama, 45 g Napa cabbage (total 3 Greens)	✓ Fully compliant (3 Greens)
Healthy Fat	7 black olives	✓ Fully compliant (1 Healthy Fat)
Condiments	Taco seasoning	✓ Fully compliant (3 Condiments)