WW Catalina Taco Salad

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The WW Catalina Taco Salad is delicious and has 235 kcal per serving. Takes 25 minutes to prepare this salad. It contains fat-free ground turkey breast, salt-free taco seasoning, water, romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, green bell peppers, red onion, canned black beans, no-added-salt corn kernels, fat-free shredded cheddar cheese, black olives, light Catalina dressing, lime juice, baked tortilla strips, and cilantro. We may pair this salad with roasted cauliflower, cabbage soup, watermelon slices, orange segments, garlic green beans, or chicken vegetable soup. Keep this WW Catalina Taco Salad in the refrigerator for three days.

STATS:

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Calories: 235 kcal
  • Serving Size: 2 cups
  • Cooking Time: 10 minutes
  • Servings: 6
  • Course: Main
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Cuisine: American
  • Preparation Time: 15 minutes

EQUIPMENT:

  • Large nonstick skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Colander
  • Large salad bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Serving spoon

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 pound fat-free ground turkey breast
  • Half cup drained canned black beans
  • 2 tsp salt-free taco seasoning
  • Half cup diced green bell pepper
  • 2 tbsp water
  • Half cup drained no-salt-added corn kernels
  • 8 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • Quarter cup diced red onion
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • Quarter cup fat-free shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp sliced black olives
  • Quarter cup light Catalina dressing
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • Half cup baked tortilla strips
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro

INGREDIENT NOTES:

FAT-FREE GROUND TURKEY BREAST:

  • It is the leanest option that keeps the calories low. Turkey breast absorbs the taco seasoning well and makes the salad filling. You may use lean ground chicken breast as per your preference.

SALT-FREE TACO SEASONING:

  • This taco seasoning gives classic taste without adding extra sodium. You may use homemade seasoning as another option.

ROMAINE LETTUCE:

  • It makes the base of the salad and gives volume. Romaine lettuce stays crispy and gives low calories to the dish. You may use Iceberg lettuce as an alternative.

 FAT-FREE SHREDDED CHEDDAR CHEESE:

  • This ingredient gives a cheesy taste and keeps the calories low. You may use fat-free Mexican blend as a substitute.

LIGHT CATALINA DRESSING:

  • It gives a signature sweet and tangy taste to the salad. Catalina dressing keeps the calories and Weight Watchers points low. You may use light French dressing as another idea.

BAKED TORTILLA CHIPS:

  • They give a classic crunchy topping on the salad without including extra fat. You may use baked pita chips as per your choice.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, warm the large skillet over medium flame and cook ground turkey for 8 minutes, then break it into small crumbles.
  2. Add water and taco seasoning to cook for two minutes to coat the turkey evenly then cool it after removing from the flame.
  3. Mix romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, black beans, corn, shredded fat-free cheese, and sliced black olives in the large bowl.
  4. Add warm seasoned turkey to the salad, then mix light Catalina dressing with lime juice in the small bowl.
  5. Put the dressing on the salad and gently toss all the ingredients.
  6. Sprinkle baked tortilla strips and cilantro on top, then serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SIDES:

  • Steamed Broccoli
  • Roasted Cauliflower
  • Grilled Zucchini
  • Garlic Green Beans
  • Roasted Asparagus

SOUPS:

  • Vegetable Soup
  • Tomato Basil Soup
  • Black Bean Soup
  • Chicken Vegetable Soup
  • Cabbage Soup

FRUIT:

  • Watermelon Slices
  • Mixed Berries
  • Pineapple Chunks
  • Orange Segments
  • Grapefruit

GRAIN SIDES:

  • Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls
  • Whole Grain Crackers
  • Brown Rice
  • Quinoa
  • Whole Wheat Tortillas

DRINKS:

  • Lemon Water
  • Sparkling Water
  • Unsweetened Iced Tea
  • Lime Water
  • Cucumber Mint Water

TIPS:

  • Cool the cooked taco meat for ten minutes then add it to the lettuce.
  • Dry the lettuce  after washing to stick the dressing better and keep the salad crispy.
  • Freshly squeezed lime juice makes the taste bright and give calories to the salad.
  • Taste the salad then add extra salt, as the olives, cheese, and dressing has plenty of taste.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Include the turkey and vegetables in different boxes to store for three days.

FREEZER:

  • Only freeze the seasoned turkey in the vessel for three months.

FAQs:

Can I use ground chicken as a replacement of ground turkey?

  • Yes, you may use extra-lean ground chicken breast as a substitute.

Is this salad good to make for meal prep?

  • Yes, you may store the cooked turkey, chopped vegetables, dressing, and tortilla strips in different vessels then assemble before serving.

Can I include avocado in this salad?

  • Yes, you may add it but the Weight Watchers points will increase.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Net Carbs: 12 g

Iron: 0.003 g

Total Carbs: 17 g

Calcium: 0.16 g

Vitamin A: 7,200 IU

Fiber: 5 g

Protein: 29 g

Calories: 235 kcal

Sodium: 0.38 g

Potassium: 0.71 g

Weight Watcher Points: 3 Points