Healthified Taco Salad

75% less sat fat • 61% less fat • 60% more fiber than the original recipe. Don’t miss out on south-of-the-border favorites—treat yourself to Taco Salad done light.

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The Quick Take: Healthified

Calories Reduced By 120
Fat Reduced By 19g
Dietary Fiber Added 6g

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Nutrition Information:

NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING

Serving Size: 1 Serving

Calories: 380
Calories from Fat: 110),

% Daily Value

Total Fat: 12g; 12%
(Saturated Fat 3 1/2g, 3 1/2% Trans Fat 0g 0% ),
Cholesterol: 50mg; 50%;
Sodium: 480mg; 480%;
Total Carbohydrate: 42g; 42%
(Dietary Fiber 10g 10% Sugars 5g 5% ),
Protein: 27g; 27%

% Daily Value*:

Vitamin A: 130%;
Vitamin C: 60%;
Calcium: 20%;
Iron: 30%;

Exchanges:

2 Starch; 0 Fruit; 1 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 0 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 3 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 0 Fat;

Carbohydrate Choices:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Prep Time 30 min
Total Time 30 min
Servings 6

Ingredients

1: lb extra lean (at least 90%) ground beef

2/3: cup water

1: tablespoon chili powder

1/2: teaspoon ground cumin

1/8: teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

12: cups torn romaine or iceberg lettuce

1: can (15 oz) Progresso® pinto beans, drained, rinsed

2: medium tomatoes, chopped (1 1/2 cups)

3: medium green onions, sliced (3 tablespoons)

3/4: cup shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese (3 oz)

3/4: cup Muir Glen® organic salsa (any variety)

3/4: cup fat-free sour cream

3: oz tortilla chips

Directions

1 In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in water, chili powder, cumin and ground red pepper; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook about 5 minutes or until most of liquid has evaporated.
2 Divide lettuce among 6 salad plates; top each with meat mixture and remaining ingredients except chips. Arrange chips around salad. Serve immediately.

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Before	After
1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef	1 lb extra lean (at least 90%) ground beef
1 package (1 oz) taco seasoning mix	1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (6 oz)	1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 cup sour cream	1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
6 oz tortilla chips	1 can (15 oz) Progresso® pinto beans, drained, rinsed
	3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese (3 oz)
	3/4 cup fat-free sour cream
	3 oz tortilla chips

Nutritional Highlights

Calories		500 (before) 380 (after)
Dietary Fiber		4 g (before) 10 g (after)
Fat		3 (before) 0 (after)
Total Fat		31 g (before) 12 g (after)

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Expert Tips

We've replaced ingredients with great-tasting alternatives to create better-for-you recipes that are just as yummy as the originals.

In a hurry? Just toss all of the ingredients except the chips in a large bowl, and serve family-style with chips.

Avocado slices make a perfect garnish for this zesty salad.

You can make your own baked tortilla chips: Cut corn or flour tortillas into wedges or strips. Brush lightly with oil and place on an ungreased cookie sheet; bake at 375°F for 8 to 12 minutes or until crispy.

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Posted 10/10/2011 9:30:36 AM REPORT ABUSE Gertiesaver said:

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We had our doubts, but it turned out to be very good. We will make again

Posted 9/19/2011 10:18:13 AM REPORT ABUSE mrscrazyed said:

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What makes this salad so special is the ingredients in the meat mixture. I made tostados using this recipe and the hint on how to make your own tortilla chips. The tip works for the whole tortilla.

Posted 10/21/2009 11:32:23 PM REPORT ABUSE Rox88 said:

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i prefer to use romaine rather than iceberg lettuce in my taco salads

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We calculated the nutrition of this recipe at the time it was created on 07/19/2012. NOTE: We do not include optional ingredients in our calculations.