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Turkey Taco Salad
Recipe: #11945
January 22, 2014
Categories: Salads, Main Dish Salad, Meat Salad, Side Dishes, Turkey, Mexican, Birthday, Cinco de Mayo, Fathers Day, Game/Sports Day, Halloween, Mothers Day, Picnic, Potluck, Gluten-Free, Fresh Tomatoes, Kid's Lunches, Mexican Dinner, more
"This is a great salad I make often. It serves 4 as a main dish or 6 side salads. For dairy free, use veggie cheese shreds and tofutti sour cream. For gluten free, make sure your taco seasoning, nachos or corn chips are gluten free."
Original is 5 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (1654.3 g)
- Calories 568.5
- Total Fat - 17.6 g
- Saturated Fat - 7.6 g
- Cholesterol - 100.6 mg
- Sodium - 983.7 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 61.7 g
- Dietary Fiber - 17.9 g
- Sugars - 38.2 g
- Protein - 51.8 g
- Calcium - 484.5 mg
- Iron - 5.7 mg
- Vitamin C - 187 mg
- Thiamin - 0.7 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Cook the ground turkey according to seasoning packet directions, stir in the chiles and allow cooling about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Place the lettuce in a serving platter, top with tomatoes and beans.
Step 3
Add the cooked meat and sprinkle salad with salt and pepper.
Step 4
Top with the cheese and corn chips or nacho chips, if using.
Step 5
Place the sour cream and salsa sauce in two individual bowls and allow guests to spoon this over their salad.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Choose lettuce greens that are fresh and crisp for the best flavor.
- If you want to add more protein to the salad, add cooked chicken or beef in place of the ground turkey.
- For dairy free, use veggie cheese shreds and tofutti sour cream. The benefit of this substitution is that it allows people with dairy allergies to enjoy the dish.
- For gluten free, make sure your taco seasoning, nachos or corn chips are gluten free. The benefit of this substitution is that it allows people with gluten allergies to enjoy the dish.
Vegan Variation Replace the ground turkey with crumbled tofu and use vegan cheese shreds and vegan sour cream.
Southwestern Variation Replace the ground turkey with black beans, and add 1 tablespoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika to the mixture. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, and sliced jalapenos.
Mexican Rice: Mexican Rice is a delicious side dish that pairs perfectly with Turkey Taco Salad. It is easy to make, flavorful, and adds a great texture to the meal. It's a great way to round out the meal and make it more filling.
Black Bean Salsa: Black Bean Salsa is a great accompaniment to Mexican Rice. It is full of flavor and adds a nice crunch to the meal. It is also very easy to make and can be served as a side dish or as a topping for the Turkey Taco Salad. It is a great way to add some extra flavor and texture to the meal.
FAQ
Q: Is this recipe gluten free?
A: Yes, this recipe can be made gluten free. Make sure the taco seasoning, nachos or corn chips used are gluten free.
Q: Can I use other types of cheese?
A: Yes, you can use other types of cheese such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or any other type of cheese you prefer.
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Fun facts:
The taco salad is a popular dish in the United States, and is said to have originated in San Antonio, Texas in the late 1960s. It is believed to have been created by a chef named Miguel Lopez, who is credited with popularizing the dish.
In the 1980s, the famous American actress and singer Cher was a fan of the taco salad. She reportedly served it to her friends at a dinner party, and the dish quickly gained popularity.