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Healthy Taco Salads with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing

By Courtney 42 Comments

These Healthy Taco Salads with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing are a must have for your dinner rotation. They’re quick and easy to put together, and are filling enough for a full meal.

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I know, I know. I’ve been talking about this thing for days. It’s about time to fill you in on the goods.

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So, this taco salad is one that I can absolutely foresee becoming a regular meal in our dinner rotation at home. Not only is it wicked easy to make, but it comes together in no time. Seriously. And really, there’s only three main parts to creating this beauty…

First, prepare your dressing.

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Next, cook up your meat.

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Then, while that’s cooking (or before, or after) prepare your salad base.

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Be sure to have some extra fun toppings, if you so desire. Mexican shredded cheese + tortilla strips were necessities for us.

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Throw it all together, and before you know it, you’ve got yourself one killer, healthy taco salad you can feel good about eating.

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Looking to make your own now? Well here’s a recipe for ya! (Keep in mind that many of the salad base ingredients do not include measurements. I’m pretty sure you can decide what and how much of your veggie toppings you’d like on your salads).

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Serves 3-4

Healthy Taco Salads with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing

10 minPrep Time

20 minCook Time

30 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup sour cream (non-fat, low-fat, full-fat...your call)
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro
  • Juice from 1 lime
  • Garlic powder, salt, and/or pepper, to taste
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 3/4lb lean ground beef (I used 90% lean, but feel free to sub in ground turkey or chicken too)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 3/4 cup jarred salsa
  • romaine lettuce
  • cucumber
  • tomato
  • red onion
  • avocado
  • shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • tortilla strips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing by placing sour cream, Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, and spices in blender. Blend until thoroughly combined; place in fridge while preparing the rest of the meal.
  2. Prepare the meat mixture. In a large skillet, saute the red bell pepper and red onion over medium heat for 5-6 minutes, until soft. Add the ground beef and chili powder and continue cooking until meat is completely browned. Add the salsa, mix to incorporate, and cook an extra minute. Set aside.
  3. Assemble the salad bases with romaine lettuce and veggies. Divide the meat mixture and top each of the salads with it. Add Mexican cheese and/or tortilla strips, if desired. Drizzle with creamy cilantro lime dressing.* Enjoy!
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*We got 3 servings out of this recipe, but had quite a bit of dressing left over. Jay suggested pairing it with some fish tacos, which I think would be amazing.

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Mmmm…I’m already excited about making this again! If you decide to give it a whirl, let me know whatcha think! 🙂

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March 27, 2013 Filed Under: Beef Recipes, Popular Recipes, Salads, Side Dishes, Dips, and Extras Tagged With: creamy cilantro dressing, easy taco salad recipe, easy weeknight dinner idea, easy weeknight mexican dinner, healthy taco salad recipe

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Comments

  1. Natalie @ Free Range Human says

    March 27, 2013 at 1:32 pm

    I love taco salads, and I think this dressing would be a great addition!
    Reply
  2. Elizabeth @ My Neon Running Shoes says

    March 27, 2013 at 1:33 pm

    Looks great! Also, for your readers who might want to skip making their own creamy cilantro dressing, Trader Joe's has one I LOVE and it's very reasonable! On the other hand... you can't really go wrong with three ingredients!
    Reply
  3. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    March 27, 2013 at 1:41 pm

    WOW that creamy cilantro lime dressing sounds AMAZING!!! and perfect for summer coming up!!
    Reply
  4. Angela says

    March 27, 2013 at 1:46 pm

    I loveeeeeeee taco salads. I will be making this one soon!
    Reply
  5. Kim @ Hungry Healthy Girl says

    March 27, 2013 at 1:52 pm

    Love Mexican inspired meals and that dressing looks like a major winner!
    Reply
  6. Ellie@Fit for the Soul says

    March 27, 2013 at 1:57 pm

    I don't blame ya for loving this! I've tried cilantro-y avocado dressing at a restaurant before and truly loved it!!!! This is a stellar recipe Courtney~
    Reply
  7. Elaine @ Cooking to Perfection says

    March 27, 2013 at 2:13 pm

    I'm going to have to try that dressing! It sounds great, especially for Mexican salads or dipping quesadillas in. :)
    Reply
  8. Jenny@ The Wellness Journey says

    March 27, 2013 at 2:41 pm

    This looks like a must try!! I think it will be on my list next week! Looks like you wouldn't even need the dressing it's that yummy! :-)
    Reply
  9. Maureen @ Breaking Free & Finding Me says

    March 27, 2013 at 2:45 pm

    yum! can't wait to try this!!
    Reply
  10. michelle kim says

    March 27, 2013 at 2:54 pm

    OMG! I love how simple the dressing recipe is! I bet that would be good on any salad, too. Plus the color looks so nice!
    Reply
  11. Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says

    March 27, 2013 at 2:54 pm

    I am not typically a cilantro girl, but this salad and dressing look absolutely delicious!! Thank you for sharing :)
    Reply
  12. Audrey @ In Shape Cupcake says

    March 27, 2013 at 3:01 pm

    Omg, making this ASAP
    Reply
  13. Katie @ KatieEnPursuit says

    March 27, 2013 at 3:09 pm

    Wow, that dressing sounds amazing! I am making it for sure. I had a massive "taco inspired" salad for lunch today with shredded Mexican chicken, I think I could eat Mexican food everyday. Thanks for the recipe!
    Reply
  14. Brooke @ Running In Heels says

    March 27, 2013 at 3:20 pm

    This looks awesome!! I think I found a new lunch staple!!
    Reply
  15. Theresa says

    March 27, 2013 at 3:20 pm

    That dressing sounds amazing! I love Taco Salad, I usually just make a red wine vinegar dressing, but this sounds way better! I just pinned the recipe, so I'll be trying it very soon! Thank you!
    Reply
  16. Sam @ Better With Sprinkles says

    March 27, 2013 at 5:11 pm

    I adore taco salads, but I'm especially impressed with that dressing! Sounds delicious.
    Reply
  17. Ashley says

    March 27, 2013 at 5:45 pm

    Mmmm these sound aweeeesome!
    Reply
  18. Danielle @ itsaharleyyylife says

    March 27, 2013 at 5:46 pm

    I love taco salads. i'm not sure I could do the dressing though but it definitely looks delicious!
    Reply
  19. Gracie says

    March 27, 2013 at 5:52 pm

    uh YUM. Mexican is my favorite cuisine...but not exactly the healthiest...so this is something I would definitely make. The dressing looks amazing.
    Reply
  20. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

    March 27, 2013 at 5:54 pm

    That dressing sounds awesome! I am always looking for new homemade dressing recipes. Thanks for sharing :).
    Reply
  21. Andrea @Pencils and Pancakes says

    March 27, 2013 at 6:01 pm

    That looks amazing!!! Taco salad is a regular weeknight meal in our house! I'll have to try that dressing!
    Reply
  22. Kristen @ notsodomesticated says

    March 27, 2013 at 6:26 pm

    This salad sounds SO good, Courtney! I love the idea of the creamy cilantro lime dressing ... cilantro is one of my favorite things ever!
    Reply
  23. Avery @ Southern Belle Living Well says

    March 27, 2013 at 8:03 pm

    The dressing intrigues me the most. I love the green! This salad looks fantastic, especially the cheese :)
    Reply
  24. Lauren @ Fun, Fit and Fabulous! says

    March 27, 2013 at 9:16 pm

    This looks amazing! We just had fajitas for dinner, but I think our next Mexican themed dinner will have to feature this gem! Thanks for sharing!
    Reply
  25. Becky says

    March 27, 2013 at 11:53 pm

    This looks so good!! I definitely want to try it! Did you come up with this recipe yourself?
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      March 28, 2013 at 9:56 am

      I got some inspiration from a random cookbook that my mom let me borrow :)
      Reply
  26. Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says

    March 28, 2013 at 1:00 am

    I love cilantro and lime, probably one of the best combos of all time. I thought your dressing was made with avocado at first but then realized it was just the cilantro that made it green. Either way, it sounds great!
    Reply
  27. Katie says

    March 28, 2013 at 8:15 am

    Oh this just looks fantastic! Can't wait to try it.. Yum!
    Reply
  28. Amanda says

    March 28, 2013 at 9:22 am

    looove taco salads! we have them at least twice a month - but never with that dressing!! will definitely be making it the next time we have taco salads!! looks super easy
    Reply
  29. Victoria @ Reluctantly Skinny says

    March 28, 2013 at 8:23 pm

    I'm definitely making this dressing next time we do Mexican at home!
    Reply
  30. Leigha says

    March 28, 2013 at 9:27 pm

    That dressing... happening soon! Looks so good! I looove taco salad. I like to use ground turkey!
    Reply
  31. bek @ Crave says

    March 29, 2013 at 2:16 am

    I love taco salads!
    Reply
  32. Paula says

    April 29, 2013 at 8:37 pm

    Sounds wonderful! I am going to make it tomorrow... Only I am marinating chicken overnight in cilantro, lime juice, olive oil and garlic and will grill it when I get home. I will use the chicken on the salad instead of the beef. Do you think the dressing will be good with light sour cream and yogurt?
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      April 29, 2013 at 10:17 pm

      I'm sure it will!
      Reply
  33. Monique says

    May 2, 2013 at 12:36 pm

    Made taco salads last night with my creamy cilantro dressing and it was absolutely delicious!!! However mine was not quite as green as yours... more on the whiter side? This dressing will for sure be a staple for taco night!
    Reply
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    July 12, 2013 at 7:58 pm

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  37. Carol says

    January 2, 2014 at 8:49 pm

    11/2 lime extra garlic powder etc.
    Reply
  38. jessie says

    July 27, 2014 at 10:20 pm

    I was just wondering how many calories are in this?
    Reply
  39. bitca says

    July 8, 2015 at 7:30 pm

    gross. did you really put this online? trashy, trashy cooking. it's not even cooking, just assembling mass-produced, pre-cooked ingredients. so sad.
    Reply

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