Beef and Bean Taco Salad
Recipe from Parents

Using lean ground beef and no-salt added beans helps make this main dish salad healthier than the typical restaurant version.


Beef and Bean Taco Salad

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Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup
    lean ground beef
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  • 1-1/2 cups
    no-salt added pinto or navy beans, drained
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  • 1/2 tsp.
    chili powder
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  • 1/4 tsp.
    salt
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  • 1/8 tsp.
    pepper
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  • 1/2 cup
    salsa, divided
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  • 1 tbs.
    lime juice
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  • 1-1/2 cups
    shredded lettuce
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  • 1/2 of a
    avocado, chopped
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  • 1 small
    chopped tomato
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  • 1/4 cup
    red-onion strips
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    Baked tortilla strips
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Directions
1.
In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat. Drain well and return to pan. Mix in beans, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 minute. Stir in cup salsa and heat through.
2.
Mix together remaining salsa and lime juice; set aside. Divide lettuce among serving bowls. Add meat mixture, avocado, tomato, red onion, and salsa mixture. Finish by topping each salad with a handful of tortilla strips.

Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 347, Saturated Fat 5 g, Sodium 430 mg. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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