Ingredients
– 1 cup cooked quinoa (or brown rice)
– 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
– 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
– 1 avocado, diced
– 1 cup shredded lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
– ½ cup shredded cheese (optional)
– ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (for dressing)
– 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
– Juice of 1 lime
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating your Healthy Taco Salad in Jar is straightforward and fun. Follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Quinoa: Cook the quinoa according to package instructions, then let it cool.
2. Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt or sour cream with taco seasoning, lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
3. Layer the Ingredients:
– Start by adding the dressing at the bottom of the jar to prevent sogginess.
– Add a layer of quinoa or brown rice on top of the dressing.
– Follow with a layer of black beans.
– Then add the corn.
– Place cherry tomatoes and bell peppers next in the jar.
– Add the diced avocado and shredded lettuce layers.
– Finally, sprinkle cheese and cilantro on the top layer.
4. Seal and Refrigerate: Seal the jars with lids and store them in the refrigerator until ready to eat.
5. Shake Before Eating: Before serving, shake the jar to mix the ingredients, or transfer to a bowl and toss gently.
These steps ensure that your taco salad remains fresh and delicious, offering the perfect meal every time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 jars
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 12g