Taco Salad Bowl with Cilantro Lime Dressing

Looking for a fresh and flavorful twist on your typical salad? Try this taco-inspired salad featuring seasoned ground turkey, a zesty cilantro lime dressing, and a medley of vibrant vegetables. This dish brings together the best of taco flavors in a nutritious, satisfying way, topped with shredded cheddar cheese for a creamy finish. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, this salad is a delightful fusion of textures and tastes, guaranteed to excite your taste buds while keeping things healthy and delicious.

Ingredients

For the dressing (make 8 servings)

• 1/2 bunch cilantro

• Juice of 1 lime

• 2 cloves garlic

• 1 tablespoon maple syrup

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 1/4 cup water

• Salt and pepper to taste

For the meat crumbles (makes enough for 4 salads)

• 1 package of lean ground turkey

• 1 packet of Siete Foods taco seasoning (mild)

For the bowls (makes two salads)

• 1 bag romaine lettuce

• 1 red pepper, cut into strips

• 12 cherry tomatoes, cut in half

• 1/2 cucumber, peeled and sliced

• 2 tablespoons of pumpkin seeds

• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 avocado, divided in half and sliced

• Cilantro for garnish

Directions

1. To make the dressing, add all ingredients to a blender and pulse until creamy and smooth.

2. To make the meat crumbles, heat a pan with avocado oil to medium-high. Mix the turkey with the taco seasoning and then add to the pan. Break the meat up into small pieces, stirring the meat as you do. Cover and cook until done.

3. To assemble the salads, grab two bowls and divide the lettuce in half. Add the red bell peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, cheese, avocado and pumpkin seeds to the bowls. Then add 1/4 of the meat crumbles to each bowl and top with the dressing.