HOT TURKEY TACO SALAD 
1 lb. ground turkey, uncooked
1 sm. green pepper, chopped
1 pkg. taco seasoning mix, mild or hot
1 can (15-16 oz.) kidney beans, drained
1 can (6 oz.) ripe pitted olives, sliced (I use about half this many)
1 fresh tomato
1/2 c. taco sauce or salsa
1/4 c. Italian salad dressing
1/2 med. sized head lettuce, shredded
1 pkg. ( 8 oz.) nacho-flavored corn chips, crushed
1/2 to 3/4 c. Cheddar or Cojack cheese, shredded

Heat oil in a large skillet; add ground turkey, stirring until turkey browns. Add green pepper and seasoning mix ( with amount of water called for on packet instructions.) Cook for 10 to 15 minutes. Add beans, olives and tomatoes. Combine salsa/taco sauce and dressing; pour into the turkey mixture and heat. Just before serving, place the shredded lettuce around the edge of dish. Spoon turkey mixture over chips and lettuce. Serve with the shredded cheese and additional salsa or taco sauce. Yield: 6 servings.

 

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