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SPICY TURKEY TACO SALAD WITH BAJA LIME DRESSING

Spice up taco night with a flavor fiesta! This salad mixes smoky chipotle turkey, juicy mango, and a zesty lime dressing. It’s an easy, flavorful meal the whole family will love.

  • Author: 80 Acres Farms
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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FOR THE DRESSING

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tsp. honey
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 tbsp. chives, chopped
  • Salt, to taste

FOR THE TURKEY

  • 1 lb. lean ground turkey
  • 1 tbsp. smoked paprika
  • 3 tsp. chipotle chili powder
  • 2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

FOR THE SALAD

  • (2) 4 oz. 80 Acres Farms BUTTER ME UP
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 cup cooked black beans
  • 1-2 avocados, diced
  • 1 mango, diced
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. To make the dressing, add all ingredients except the chives to a blender and pulse until smooth, for about 30 seconds. Stir in the chives.
  2. Next, add olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add ground turkey and cook until browned, 6-8 minutes. Add the smoked paprika, chipotle powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Stir in ½ cup of water, reduce the heat slightly, and let simmer for 3-5 minutes or until the liquid evaporates. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Add BUTTER ME UP to 4 salad bowls. Top with cilantro, black beans, avocado, mango, and cheese. Add turkey and drizzle with dressing. Serve immediately and enjoy!