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This Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette Healthy Taco Salad is a tasty and healthy take on a regular taco salad. It's a filling and tasty meal with lots of fresh vegetables, lean ground turkey, and a zesty homemade vinaigrette.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey. 1 packet taco seasoning. 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed. 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen. 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced. 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese. 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. 1 avocado, diced. 1/4 cup sour cream optional. Tortilla chips for garnish optional.

Instructions: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned. Add the taco seasoning and cook according to package instructions. Set aside to cool. In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese. Add the cooked and cooled taco-seasoned ground turkey to the salad mixture. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cilantro lime vinaigrette ingredients see below. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat evenly. Top the salad with diced avocado and optional sour cream and tortilla chip garnish. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

A delicious and nutritious twist on the classic taco, this Healthy Taco Pasta Salad is loaded with whole wheat pasta, lean ground turkey, and a variety of fresh veggies. Tossed in a zesty Greek yogurt dressing, it's a perfect dish for a barbecue or summer gathering.

Ingredients: 1 lb whole wheat pasta. 1 lb lean ground turkey. 1 packet taco seasoning. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed. 1 cup corn kernels. 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced. 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced. 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. 1/2 cup low-fat Greek yogurt. 1/4 cup lime juice. 2 tbsp olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. 1 cup shredded lettuce. 1/2 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded. Sliced avocado for garnish.

Instructions: Follow the directions on the package to cook the whole wheat pasta. Once it's done, drain it and set it aside to cool. Put the lean ground turkey in a pan and cook it over medium-low heat until it turns brown. Get rid of extra fat. Follow the directions on the package to add the taco seasoning to the cooked turkey. Use a stir to mix. Put the seasoned turkey, cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, red onion, bell pepper, and cilantro in a large bowl. Gather the Greek yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Use a whisk to mix them all together. Add the dressing to the pasta and toss it around so that everything is covered. Mix the shredded lettuce in slowly, and then sprinkle the salad with the shredded cheddar cheese. Put the taco pasta salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before you serve it. Just before serving, top with sliced avocado. Have fun with your tasty taco pasta salad!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Skinny Taco Soup is a tasty and healthy take on regular tacos. This low-calorie meal is full of lean ground turkey, beans, and vegetables, making it a great choice for taco lovers.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey. 1 small onion, chopped. 1 red bell pepper, chopped. 1 green bell pepper, chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed. 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed. 1 can 15 oz corn, drained. 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes. 1 packet low-sodium taco seasoning. 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth. Salt and pepper to taste. Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, low-fat shredded cheese, and plain Greek yogurt.

Instructions: A big soup pot with medium-low heat should be used to brown the ground turkey. Break it up as it cooks. Cut up the red and green bell peppers, onion, and garlic. For about 5 minutes, until the vegetables get soft, saut. The corn, diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, and taco seasoning should all be mixed in. Combine well. Add the chicken broth and boil the soup. Lower the heat and let it cook for 15 to 20 minutes. Add pepper and salt to taste. Serve hot, and if you want, top with any toppings you like.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

The California Turkey Burger is a flavorful and healthier alternative to traditional beef burgers. Packed with lean ground turkey and seasoned with aromatic spices, it's topped with creamy avocado, crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and zesty red onion, all sandwiched between hearty whole grain buns. Optionally, a kick of Sriracha mayo adds an extra layer of flavor.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey. 1/4 cup breadcrumbs. 1/4 cup finely chopped onion. 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. 1 teaspoon garlic powder. 1 teaspoon ground cumin. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. 4 slices pepper jack cheese. 4 whole grain burger buns. 1 avocado, sliced. 4 lettuce leaves. 4 slices tomato. 4 slices red onion. Optional: Sriracha mayo for topping.

Instructions: In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, cilantro, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well. Form the turkey mixture into 4 patties. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the turkey patties for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with a slice of pepper jack cheese and allow it to melt. Toast the burger buns on the grill until lightly browned. Assemble the burgers: Place a turkey patty on the bottom half of each bun. Top with avocado slices, lettuce, tomato, and red onion slices. Optionally, spread Sriracha mayo on the top half of the bun before placing it on top of the burger. Serve the California Turkey Burgers immediately and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

The California Turkey Burger is a flavorful and healthier alternative to traditional beef burgers. Packed with lean ground turkey and seasoned with aromatic spices, it's topped with creamy avocado, crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and zesty red onion, all sandwiched between hearty whole grain buns. Optionally, a kick of Sriracha mayo adds an extra layer of flavor.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey. 1/4 cup breadcrumbs. 1/4 cup finely chopped onion. 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. 1 teaspoon garlic powder. 1 teaspoon ground cumin. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. 4 slices pepper jack cheese. 4 whole grain burger buns. 1 avocado, sliced. 4 lettuce leaves. 4 slices tomato. 4 slices red onion. Optional: Sriracha mayo for topping.

Instructions: In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, cilantro, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well. Form the turkey mixture into 4 patties. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the turkey patties for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with a slice of pepper jack cheese and allow it to melt. Toast the burger buns on the grill until lightly browned. Assemble the burgers: Place a turkey patty on the bottom half of each bun. Top with avocado slices, lettuce, tomato, and red onion slices. Optionally, spread Sriracha mayo on the top half of the bun before placing it on top of the burger. Serve the California Turkey Burgers immediately and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

The California Turkey Burger is a flavorful and healthier alternative to traditional beef burgers. Packed with lean ground turkey and seasoned with aromatic spices, it's topped with creamy avocado, crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and zesty red onion, all sandwiched between hearty whole grain buns. Optionally, a kick of Sriracha mayo adds an extra layer of flavor.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey. 1/4 cup breadcrumbs. 1/4 cup finely chopped onion. 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. 1 teaspoon garlic powder. 1 teaspoon ground cumin. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. 4 slices pepper jack cheese. 4 whole grain burger buns. 1 avocado, sliced. 4 lettuce leaves. 4 slices tomato. 4 slices red onion. Optional: Sriracha mayo for topping.

Instructions: In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, cilantro, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well. Form the turkey mixture into 4 patties. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the turkey patties for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with a slice of pepper jack cheese and allow it to melt. Toast the burger buns on the grill until lightly browned. Assemble the burgers: Place a turkey patty on the bottom half of each bun. Top with avocado slices, lettuce, tomato, and red onion slices. Optionally, spread Sriracha mayo on the top half of the bun before placing it on top of the burger. Serve the California Turkey Burgers immediately and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

A delicious and healthy taco soup made in a slow cooker. Packed with lean ground turkey, beans, and vegetables, this soup is full of flavor and perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey. 1 onion, chopped. 1 bell pepper, chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed. 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed. 1 can 15 oz corn kernels, drained. 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes. 1 packet taco seasoning. 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth. 1 cup water. Salt and pepper to taste. Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, diced avocado.

Instructions: Toast the ground turkey in a pan over medium-high heat until it's golden brown and fully cooked. Get rid of any extra fat. Mix the cooked turkey with the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic that has been minced. Set the slow cooker on low and add the corn kernels, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, black beans, and kidney beans. Add the chicken broth with less salt and water. Mix everything together. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours with the lid on. If you think the soup needs more salt or pepper, add it before you serve it. You can serve it hot with extras like sour cream, chopped green onions, diced avocado, shredded cheese, or both.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 6 minutes