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High Protein Taco Bowl

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A delicious and healthy high protein taco bowl that is packed with various flavors, textures, and nutrients. This dish is not only a main event but also a satisfying meal that is easy to prepare in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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1 lb (450g) lean ground turkey (93/7) or lean ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 large avocado, diced
1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese or sharp cheddar
2 oz crunchy tortilla chips, lightly crushed (about 1 cup)
1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
1 tsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full-fat)
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, packed

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until it becomes soft and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant. Break the ground turkey into pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is fully browned and no longer pink.
In a separate bowl, mix the ground turkey, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir in the broth/water until combined. Let it cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the liquid is mostly absorbed and the mixture is slightly thickened.
In a blender or food processor, combine the Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, add water to thin it out.
Layer the chopped romaine lettuce, black beans, halved cherry tomatoes, avocado, cotija cheese, and crushed tortilla chips into bowls. Ladle the seasoned ground turkey over the top and drizzle the creamy cilantro dressing on top. Serve immediately.
Optional: Add a sprinkle of finely chopped cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime juice on top for an extra burst of flavor.

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