Taco Salad with Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Taco Salad with Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette
16 min.
4
153kcal

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Looking for a light and refreshing dish that's packed with flavor? This Taco Salad with Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette is the perfect choice! It’s a delightful, gluten-free, and dairy-free option that’s ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a healthy and tasty meal. With a zesty kick from the cilantro-lime dressing and the savory depth of taco seasoning, this salad brings all the excitement of a taco but in a vibrant, refreshing salad form.

What makes this recipe even better is how quick and easy it is to prepare. In just 16 minutes, you can have a delicious meal ready to go! The dish features a base of crisp iceberg lettuce, complemented by a medley of mushrooms, red onions, and meatless crumbles, all seasoned perfectly with a reduced-sodium taco seasoning. For extra crunch, serve it with light, restaurant-style tortilla chips that bring a satisfying texture to every bite.

This Taco Salad with Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette is not only a great side dish, but it can also serve as a fantastic starter or snack for any gathering. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a light lunch, this recipe is sure to impress. And with only 153 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free indulgence that doesn't sacrifice flavor!

Ingredients

  • ounce lettuce shredded
  • servings lime 
  • cups crumbles fat-free refrigerated (such as Lightlife Smart Ground)
  • ounce mushrooms 
  • cup onion red ()
  • teaspoons taco seasoning 
  • 16  tortilla chips light restaurant-style (such as Tostitos)

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  2. Add mushrooms; saut 3 minutes or until lightly browned.
  3. Add crumbles and taco seasoning. Cook 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated; set aside.
  4. Layer lettuce, onion, and crumbles mixture evenly on each of 4 plates. Top with salsa, if desired; drizzle evenly with Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette. Top with cheese, if desired.
  5. Serve each salad with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Calories153kcal
Protein26.75%
Fat25.24%
Carbs48.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.75
Glycemic Load
1.73
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
14.892173839652%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
3.01mg
Naringenin
0.24mg
Apigenin
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.34mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
8.95mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:152.71kcal
7.64%
Fat:4.58g
7.04%
Saturated Fat:0.6g
3.75%
Carbohydrates:19.57g
6.52%
Net Carbohydrates:14.86g
5.41%
Sugar:4.61g
5.12%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:228.9mg
9.95%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.91g
21.82%
Vitamin B12:3.43µg
57.16%
Vitamin B1:0.61mg
40.75%
Vitamin B3:7.04mg
35.19%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
24.18%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
20.04%
Fiber:4.71g
18.84%
Phosphorus:182.46mg
18.25%
Iron:2.96mg
16.46%
Vitamin K:16.37µg
15.59%
Potassium:425.2mg
12.15%
Copper:0.23mg
11.31%
Vitamin B5:1.11mg
11.07%
Vitamin C:7.8mg
9.45%
Folate:35.68µg
8.92%
Selenium:6.09µg
8.69%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.48%
Zinc:1.07mg
7.15%
Magnesium:23.57mg
5.89%
Vitamin A:293.98IU
5.88%
Vitamin E:0.55mg
3.7%
Calcium:36.14mg
3.61%
Source:My Recipes