Weight Watchers Easy Doritos Taco Salad Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes (original or diced)
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 4 ounces Doritos Nacho Cheese flavored chips
- 1 cup fat-free Italian dressing (or French or Catalina dressing)
- 4 ounces shredded fat-free cheddar cheese
- ½ medium red onion, chopped
- ½ bunch green onions, chopped
- 1 medium tomato, chopped
- 18 ounces mixed greens or 1 medium head of iceberg lettuce
- Cilantro for garnish (optional)
To enhance the nutritional value of this salad, consider the following tips:
- Opt for ground turkey that is at least 90% lean.
- Thoroughly drain and rinse the black beans to eliminate excess starch.
- Choose a light or fat-free version of your preferred taco seasoning.
- Use low-fat or fat-free cheese.
- Incorporate some chopped low-fat Greek yogurt for an additional protein boost.
- Crush the Doritos chips and use them sparingly to add a bit of crunch without excessive chips.
- Adjust the ingredients to suit your taste preferences and dietary requirements. There are also numerous other variations of Weight Watchers Easy Doritos Taco Salad available online.
Weight Watchers Points:
The exact number of Weight Watchers points for this salad can vary based on the specific brands and types of ingredients used. However, here’s an estimated breakdown of the points for each major component:
- 1 pound lean ground turkey (90% lean): 12 points
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans: 0 points
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes: 0 points
- ¼ cup water: 0 points
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning: 1 point (check specific brand)
- 4 ounces Doritos Nacho Cheese flavored chips: 16 points
- 1 cup fat-free Italian dressing: 2 points (check specific brand)
- 4 ounces shredded fat-free cheddar cheese: 2 points
- ½ medium red onion: 0 points
- ½ bunch green onions: 0 points
- 1 medium tomato: 0 points
- 18 ounces mixed greens or 1 medium head of iceberg lettuce: 0 points
- Cilantro for garnish (optional): 0 points
Estimated Total Points: 33 points
Remember, the total points can be reduced by using fewer Doritos chips or substituting with a lower-point alternative, using a lighter dressing, or increasing the amount of vegetables. Adjust the portions and ingredients according to your dietary goals and preferences.