Taco Salad

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Serves 4| Hands-On Time: 15m | Total Time: 15m

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350° F. Brush the tortillas on both sides with 1 teaspoon of the oil and cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-wide strips. Place on a baking sheet. Sprinkle evenly with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and the chili powder and bake for about 12 minutes or until crispy.
  2. Meanwhile, over medium heat, cook the beef in a large nonstick skillet. Stir in the salsa and beans and keep warm over medium-low heat.
  3. Combine the lettuce, cilantro, and tomatoes in a large bowl. Whisk together the lime juice and the remaining salt and oil and toss with the lettuce mixture.
  4. Place the lettuce mixture in 4 shallow bowls. Place the warm beef mixture over the lettuce and top with the sour cream, Cheddar, avocado, green onions, and tortilla strips.
By Maureen Callahan,  June 2004

Nutritional Information

  • Per Serving
  • Calories 417Calories From Fat 49%
  • Calcium  190mg
  • Carbohydrate  31g
  • Cholesterol  67mg
  • Fat  23g
  • Fiber  10g
  • Iron  5mg
  • Protein  27mg
  • Sat Fat  7g
  • Sodium  1142mg
What does this mean? See Nutrition 101.

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