Breakfast Taco Salad
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 avocado, diced
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
For the Taco Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, mix together the taco seasoning ingredients: ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the corn kernels over medium heat until they begin to char slightly, about 5 minutes. Add the black beans to the skillet and toss them with the corn. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of the taco seasoning over the corn and beans, stirring to coat evenly. Remove from heat.
- In a separate pan, fry or poach the eggs to your preferred doneness.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, seasoned corn and black beans, diced avocado, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped cilantro.
- To make the dressing, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
- Divide the taco salad into serving bowls and top each portion with a fried or poached egg.
- Garnish with additional cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
- Enjoy this flavorful and protein-packed Breakfast Taco Salad as a delicious and satisfying start to your day!
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