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Turkey and Sweet Potato Taco Salad
with avocado 'crema'

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This taco salad is full of flavor and textures. Dressed with our unique paleo avocado 'crema', we know you'll be repeating this one! This meal was first featured in 2016.

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Ingredients

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Servings:
4
Turkey and Sweet Potato Taco Salad:
  • Turkey, ground - 1 lb
  • Cumin - 1/2 tsp
  • Coriander, ground - 1/2 tsp
  • Garlic powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Onion powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Bragg's / coconut aminos - 2 Tbsp
  • Onions, red - 1/2 , diced
  • Sweet potatoes - 1 lb , peeled and shredded
  • Lettuce, romaine hearts - 1 , sliced
  • Tomatoes, cherry or grape - 8 oz , halved
  • Oil, cooking - 1 1/2 Tbsp
  • Avocado 'crema' (ingredients listed separately) - ~1 cup
Avocado 'Crema':
  • Cucumbers - 1/4 cup , chopped
  • Avocados, medium - 1
  • Salt - 1/4 tsp
  • Lime juice - 1 Tbsp

Prep

  1. Ground turkey - Season with cumin, coriander, garlic powder, onion powder, and aminos. (Can be done up to 1 day ahead)

  2. Red onions / Sweet potatoes - Prep as directed. Sweet potatoes can be shredded using a box grater or a food processor. (Can be done up to 4 days ahead)

  3. Romaine lettuce / Tomatoes / Cucumbers - Prep as directed.

  4. Make avocado ‘crema’ - Halve avocado and scoop out flesh. Blend salt, cucumber, avocado, and lime juice in a blender (or use a hand blender) until smooth. (Can be done up to 3 days ahead)

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Make

  1. Heat a skillet, saute pan, or wok over medium-high heat. Add oil and then red onions and ground turkey to heated oil. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes.

  2. Add sweet potatoes with some salt. Stir and saute for another 6 to 8 minutes, until sweet potatoes are tender.

  3. Divide romaine lettuce among serving bowls. Layer with turkey and sweet potatoes. Serve taco salads topped with tomatoes and avocado ‘crema’. Enjoy!


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