Low Fat Beef Taco Salad

Satisfy your taco cravings guilt-free with this vibrant and flavorful Low Fat Beef Taco Salad! Packed with lean ground beef seasoned to perfection with zesty taco spices, this healthy salad is layered with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, hearty black beans, sweet corn kernels, and a sprinkle of low-fat cheddar cheese. Tied together with a creamy, protein-rich salsa and Greek yogurt dressing, it delivers indulgent taco flavors without the extra calories. Fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime add a refreshing finishing touch, while the quick prep time—just 25 minutes from start to finish—makes it perfect for busy weeknights. Serve this crowd-pleasing salad as a wholesome standalone meal or a fresh starter at your next gathering for a nutritious twist on Tex-Mex delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams lean ground beef
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 4 cups romaine lettuce
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup canned black beans
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 0.5 red onion
• 0.5 cup low-fat cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup salsa
• 0.25 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 lime

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the lean ground beef and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 2

Drain any excess fat from the skillet, then add taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Stir well and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until the beef is well-coated and the water has mostly evaporated. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3

While the beef is cooking, prepare the salad ingredients. Chop the romaine lettuce and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 4

Halve the cherry tomatoes, rinse and drain the canned black beans, and include the corn kernels in the salad bowl.

Step 5

Thinly slice half of a red onion and add it to the salad.

Step 6

Once the beef has cooled slightly, add it to the salad mixture along with the shredded low-fat cheddar cheese.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix together the salsa and non-fat Greek yogurt to create a creamy dressing. Stir the dressing into the salad until everything is evenly coated.

Step 8

Chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the salad as a garnish.

Step 9

Cut the lime into wedges and serve alongside the salad for squeezing fresh lime juice over individual portions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1359.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1277.6

Total Fat 43.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 207.6mg	0%
Sodium 4952.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.6g	0%
Total Sugars 27.4g
Protein 109.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 703.2mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 2560.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.9%

Protein: 33.5%

Carbs: 36.6%