Taco Salad

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt is higher in protein and lower in fat.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese has fewer calories, while processed cheese can be more affordable.

Prepare taco shells according to package instructions.

Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned, seasoning as desired.

Chop lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado into bite-sized pieces.

In a large bowl, layer lettuce, cooked beef, tomatoes, and cheese.

Top with salsa and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Serve immediately in taco shells or as a bowl.

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