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Layered Taco Salad, Vegetarian-Style

Layered Taco Salad

Ingredients

½ lb. ground soy crumbles

1½ teaspoons chili powder

1½ teaspoons ground cumin, divided

½ cup picante sauce

1 teaspoon sugar (optional)

6 cups shredded romaine lettuce

2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced

½ cup sliced green onions

¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

2 ounces crumbled nacho-flavored baked tortilla chips (about 28 chips)

½ cup fat-free sour cream

½ cup (2 ounces) shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese

Directions

  1. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Coat skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Add soy crumbles. Cook and stir to heat. Remove from heat. Stir in chili powder and 1 teaspoon ground cumin. Place on plate to cool quickly.
  2. Combine picante sauce, sugar and remaining ½ teaspoon cumin in small bowl.
  3. To assemble, place lettuce in large casserole dish. Layer ingredients in following order: soy crumbles, tomatoes, green onions, cilantro and then crumbled chips. Spoon sour cream evenly on top and sprinkle with cheese. Spoon picante mixture evenly on top. Makes 4 servings.