Taco Salad Meal Prep
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5
Taco Salad Meal Prep
Description
The Taco Salad Meal Prep centers on lean ground beef cooked with diced onions and seasoned with taco seasoning for a classic southwestern flavor. Tomato sauce is added to slightly moisten the beef while it cooks. Once the taco beef is ready, it is divided into multiple meal prep containers along with shredded romaine lettuce. Variety in toppings, including shredded cheese, guacamole, sour cream or taco ranch dressing, and salsa, are packaged separately to preserve their textures and freshness until serving. This setup allows easy assembly and customization during mealtime. The recipe suggests storage of prepared meals in the refrigerator for up to five days, supporting convenience for busy schedules. Substitution options include different leafy greens like Napa or green cabbage, other ground proteins such as chicken or turkey, or meatless alternatives like black beans and corn, expanding dietary flexibility.
Ingredients
For Taco Beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion diced, small
- 1 pound ground beef lean
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- ½ cup tomato sauce
For Assembly
- romaine lettuce shredded
- cheese shredded
- guacamole
- sour cream or taco ranch
- salsa
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium skillet cook the onions until they soften slightly, about 2-3 minutes. Add ground beef, season with salt, pepper and taco seasoning, then cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Add tomato sauce and stir to combine.
- Transfer the taco beef into 6 meal prep containers. Add shredded lettuce and condiments of choice, keeping items in separate containers or compartments for best freshness.
- Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated up to 3-4 days.
- Cooked taco beef can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in refrigerator before reheating.
- Substitute shredded lettuce with various cabbages or greens for variation.
- Other protein options include ground chicken, turkey, or steak; black beans and corn can replace beef for a vegetarian version.
- Add grains like brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice to make the salad more filling.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 272 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 272kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 173mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 657mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 128IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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