Taco Salad

By Kathy C.

Family favorite. Original recipe was titled Mexican Salad.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pound ground turkey (or beef)
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 4 Tbsp chili powder, or to taste
• 1 cup french dressing
• 1 cup water
• 3 cups or 30 ounce can kidney beans or black beans (drained)
• 8-12 cups lettuce, torn or shredded
• 1/2 cup sliced green onion
• Frito Chips or tortilla chips
• 2 cup cheddar cheese

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

Brown meat and onion. Stir in chili powder. Add beans (drained), dressing, and water. Simmer 15 minutes.

Combine lettuce, green onions, and chips in large bowl. Add meat sauce and 1 1/2 cups cheese, toss lightly. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.


FRENCH DRESSING RECIPE:
1/8 tsp Stevia
8 oz Tomato Sauce
1 tsp Mustard
2 Tbsp Cider Vinegar
2 Tbsp Lemon Juice
1/8 tsp Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp Celery salt
1 cup oil

Blend with immersion blender, be sure to add oil slowly as blending.