Healthy Easy Taco Salad Bowls (Printable)

Wholesome taco bowls with seasoned turkey, crisp veggies, and a creamy Greek yogurt ranch dressing.

# Components:

→ Protein

01 - 1 lb lean ground turkey
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tsp chili powder
04 - 1 tsp ground cumin
05 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Salad Base

10 - 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
11 - 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
12 - 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
13 - 1 cup corn kernels
14 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
15 - 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
16 - 1 avocado, sliced
17 - 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

→ Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing

18 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
19 - 2 tbsp low-fat milk
20 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
21 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
22 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
23 - 1/2 tsp dried chives
24 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder
25 - 1/4 tsp onion powder
26 - 1/4 tsp salt
27 - 1/8 tsp ground black pepper

→ For Serving

28 - 1 cup crushed baked tortilla chips
29 - Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

# Method:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, approximately 6 to 8 minutes.
02 - Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together all Greek yogurt ranch dressing ingredients until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
04 - In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, and red onion. Toss gently to combine.
05 - Divide the salad mixture among four serving bowls. Top each with seasoned turkey, avocado slices, and shredded cheese.
06 - Drizzle each bowl with Greek yogurt ranch dressing. Garnish with cilantro and crushed baked tortilla chips.
07 - Serve immediately while components are fresh and chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The Greek yogurt ranch is tangier and creamier than store-bought, and you actually know what's in it.
  • Everything comes together in under 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings when you still want to eat well.
  • Seasoned turkey stays juicy and flavorful without any mystery ingredients or excessive salt.
  • One bowl feels like a complete meal—protein, veggies, healthy fats, and that satisfying crunch all in one place.
02 -
  • The dressing will thicken as it sits, so if you're making it ahead and it becomes too thick, just whisk in a splash more milk before serving.
  • Don't assemble the bowls more than 10 minutes before eating, or the lettuce will start weeping liquid and the chips will soften—timing matters here.
  • Taste the seasoned turkey before adding it to the bowls; if it needs more salt or spice, adjust it then rather than hoping the dressing will fix a bland protein.
03 -
  • Brown the turkey over medium heat rather than high so it stays tender and doesn't develop a tough, overcooked texture on the outside.
  • Use a box grater to shred the cheese yourself instead of buying pre-shredded—it melts more smoothly and tastes noticeably fresher.
  • If you're making this for guests, set out the components separately and let people build their own bowls so everyone gets exactly what they want.
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