A delicious and nutritious high-protein, low-carb taco salad recipe! Here's a breakdown of the ingredients and their nutritional information:
Ingredients:
1. Quest Protein Chips (1 bag): 19g protein, 120 calories
2. Cottage Cheese (113g): 13g protein, 80 calories
3. Ground Beef (87g): 23g protein, 200 calories
4. Romaine Lettuce (assumed): 2g protein, 10 calories
5. Tomatoes, Cheese, and other toppings (assumed): 5g protein, 50 calories
Total Nutrition Information:
- Calories: 488
- Protein: 55g
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 10g (mostly from Quest Chips and Cottage Cheese)
Instructions:
1. Cook the ground beef in a pan until browned, breaking it up into small pieces.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked ground beef, cottage cheese, and Quest Protein Chips (crushed or broken into pieces).
3. Add romaine lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and any other desired toppings.
4. Mix well and serve immediately.
Tips:
- Customize the recipe by using different types of protein sources, such as chicken or turkey.
- Add some heat with diced jalapeños or serrano peppers.
- Use low-carb toppings like avocado, sour cream, or salsa to keep the carb count low.
- This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner!