Taco Salad (meatless)

Portion Size: 1 cup lettuce, 1/2 cup ground beef/bean mixture, 1-2 tablespoons onion, cheese, avocado, chips, dressing and tomato. 

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
1 Pound meatless ground beef crumbles
1 Can (15 oz.) kidney beansDrain liquid 
1 Tablespoon Chili Powder
½ Teaspoon garlic powder
½ Teaspoon onion powder
¼ Teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes(optional)
¼ Teaspoon dried oregano
½ Teaspoon paprika
1 Teaspoon ground cumin
1 Teaspoon salt
½ Teaspoon black pepper
1 Head lettuceWash, trim and shred lettuce 
1 onion Washed, peeled and diced
8 Ounces Light Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, shreddedFor vegan: use vegan
1 Avocado, (optional)Wash, peel, remove seed and cube 
1 Bag (12 oz.)  Baked tortilla chips, broken (no lard) 
1 Bottle (8oz.) Light French, Ranch or Italian salad dressingFor vegan: use vegan dressing
Hot Sauce to taste
1 Large Tomato Washed, trimmed and diced

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Heat ground beef.  Internal temperature should reach 165 degrees
2Add kidney beans and seasonings (chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, paprika, cumin, salt and black pepper). Set aside
3Toss lettuce, onion cheese, cubed avocado, and tortilla chips
4Add ground beef and beans to salad
5Toss with dressing and hot sauce
6Garnish with avocado and tomato slices. Serve immediately

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates