Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 head

iceberg lettuce

broken into bite size pieces

2 unit

tomatoes

coarsley chopped

1 unit

avocado

peeled and chopped

1 unit

red onion

sliced and separated into rings

12 ounce

tortilla chips

1 lb

ground turkey breast

1 ounce

taco seasoning mix

14 ounce

red kidney beans

rinsed and drained

0.5 cup

low-fat sour cream

0.5 cup

low-fat mayonnaise

0.5 unit

lemon juice

2 cloves

garlic

crushed

1 tbsp

Worcestershire sauce

Step 1
~3 min

Brown ground turkey in a pan.

Step 2
~3 min

Add taco seasoning to the ground turkey according to the package directions.

Step 3
~3 min

Add rinsed and drained red kidney beans to the pan with the turkey.

Step 4
~3 min

Cook until the kidney beans are heated through.

Step 5
~3 min

Remove the pan from heat and drain any excess liquid.

Step 6
~3 min

Let the turkey and bean mixture cool to room temperature.

Step 7
~3 min

In a large bowl, combine bite-sized iceberg lettuce, chopped tomatoes, chopped avocado, and sliced red onion rings.

Step 8
~3 min

Add the cooled turkey and bean mixture to the bowl.

Step 9
~3 min

Gently toss all the ingredients together, adding tortilla chips last to prevent them from getting soggy.

Step 10
~3 min

In a separate bowl, mix together low-fat sour cream, low-fat mayonnaise, lemon juice, crushed garlic, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.

Step 11
~3 min

Serve the salad with the prepared dressing on the side.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dollop of guacamole for extra flavor.

Use a spicier taco seasoning for a more intense flavor.

For a vegetarian option, replace ground turkey with black beans or corn.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dressing can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of cornbread.

Offer a variety of toppings like salsa, guacamole, and jalapenos.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Corn
Refried Beans
Mexican Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Represents a casual and fresh approach to Mexican cuisine, often served at gatherings and potlucks.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Summer BBQs

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Party
Potluck
BBQ

Popularity Score

75/100

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