Fiesta Taco Salad with Beans

Gluten Free
Health score
11%
Fiesta Taco Salad with Beans
20 min.
5
434kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your meal routine with a vibrant and delicious Fiesta Taco Salad with Beans? This gluten-free dish is not only quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes, but it also packs a flavorful punch that will leave your taste buds dancing. Perfect for a light lunch, a satisfying side dish, or even a main course, this salad is a versatile addition to any table.

Imagine a colorful medley of fresh ingredients, including crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy corn chips, all tossed together to create a delightful texture and taste. The star of the show is the warm black bean and taco sauce mixture, which adds a hearty element to the salad, making it both filling and nutritious. With the creamy touch of reduced-fat Thousand Island dressing and the rich flavor of shredded Cheddar cheese, every bite is a celebration of flavors.

This Fiesta Taco Salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome choice, boasting a balanced caloric breakdown that includes protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking for a quick meal, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends. So grab your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a fiesta of flavors that will brighten up your day!

Ingredients

  • 15 oz black beans rinsed drained canned
  • cup corn chips 
  • medium bell pepper green cut into strips
  • 0.5 cup sauce 
  • cups lettuce 
  • 0.5 cup olives pitted ripe drained
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup thousand island dressing reduced-fat
  • medium tomatoes cut into wedges

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 2-quart saucepan, heat beans and taco sauce over medium heat 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated.
  2. In large bowl, toss lettuce, bell pepper, tomatoes, olives and corn chips. Spoon bean mixture over lettuce mixture; toss.
  3. Sprinkle with cheese.
  4. Serve immediately with dressing.

Nutrition Facts

Calories434kcal
Protein12.21%
Fat50.65%
Carbs37.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.4
Glycemic Load
1.21
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
18.929130396117%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.33mg
Apigenin
0.11mg
Luteolin
1.22mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
2.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:433.69kcal
21.68%
Fat:24.96g
38.4%
Saturated Fat:6.77g
42.31%
Carbohydrates:41.17g
13.72%
Net Carbohydrates:31.92g
11.61%
Sugar:13.03g
14.48%
Cholesterol:29.18mg
9.73%
Sodium:1312.19mg
57.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.54g
27.08%
Vitamin K:45.59µg
43.42%
Vitamin B1:0.56mg
37.6%
Vitamin C:30.59mg
37.08%
Fiber:9.25g
37%
Phosphorus:271.01mg
27.1%
Vitamin A:1268.08IU
25.36%
Calcium:248.52mg
24.85%
Manganese:0.48mg
24%
Folate:93.27µg
23.32%
Vitamin E:3.47mg
23.11%
Potassium:617.25mg
17.64%
Magnesium:65.89mg
16.47%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.82%
Iron:2.79mg
15.51%
Copper:0.27mg
13.55%
Selenium:9.44µg
13.49%
Zinc:1.83mg
12.22%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.25%
Vitamin B3:1.34mg
6.68%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
4.98%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
4.01%