HEARTY TACO SALAD- Low Fat Raw Vegan

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Lentils are lower in calories and high in protein.

vegan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: shredded carrots

Nutritional yeast adds cheesy flavor without the cost.

tortilla chips

🥗Healthier: baked pita chips

💰Cheaper: homemade tortilla strips

Homemade strips save money and can be baked for health.

taco seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: individual spices

Homemade blends allow control over sodium and flavor.

Chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a bowl.

Add fresh salsa to the bowl.

Mash 1/4 avocado with a fork and mix it with the salsa to create a creamy dressing.

Add chopped red onion and red bell pepper to the bowl.

Add defrosted frozen corn to the salad.

Top with fresh cilantro and optional lime juice.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens