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Turkey Taco Salad

Turkey Taco Salad

You can substitute ground beef for the ground turkey. To make a vegetarian salad, leave out the meat and add your favorite canned beans in step two instead.

Everyday Food, May 2004 http://www.marthastewart.com/341260/turkey-taco-salad
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  • Prep Time 20 minutes
  • Total Time 30 minutes
  • Yield Serves 6

Ingredients

    • 4 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 small onion, diced
    • 1 pound ground turkey
    • 1 small zucchini, diced
    • 1 red bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, diced
    • 1 1/2 cups prepared green salsa
    • Coarse salt and ground pepper
    • 2 heads Boston lettuce, leaves separated
    • 1 1/2 cups crushed tortilla chips
    • 1 cup small cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 1 cup (about 4 ounces) shredded cheese, such as white cheddar or Monterey Jack

Directions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, and cook, stirring often, until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add turkey; cook, stirring often, until starting to brown, 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Add zucchini, bell pepper, and 1 cup salsa; cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Season with salt and ground pepper. Transfer to a plate, and let cool.
  3. In a large bowl, toss lettuce with tortilla chips, tomatoes, and remaining 1/2 cup salsa and 2 tablespoons oil. Transfer to serving plates, and top with turkey mixture and cheese.

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