Monday, July 20, 2009

Healthy Mexican Delight

Ingredients:
1 lb 99% fat free ground turkey
1 1/3 cups mushrooms, chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons oregano
1 14.5oz. can unsalted stewed tomatoes
1/4 cup light ranch salad dressing
1 cup fresh tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
6 cups romaine lettuce (or what ever you like)
1 cup reduced fat cheddar cheese, shredded
4 oz. baked low fat tortilla chips (about 80 small chips)

Preparation:
  1. Place large skillet over medium high heat.
  2. Add ground turkey, chopped mushrooms and spices
  3. Saute until turkey is completely cooked
  4. Add stewed tomatoes and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. The mix should be close to dry when finished
  6. In a separate bowl, combine dressing, 3/4 cup fresh tomatoes, cucumber and cilantro.
  7. Place romaine lettuce in the middle of a large platter with the chips around the edges.
  8. Top lettuce with turkey mixture, shredded cheddar, dressing mixture, remaining tomatoes and onions.

Yields: 8 servings

Nutrition Per serving:

209 calories, 20g protein, 20g carbohydrates, 6.3g fat (2.2 g saturated fat) 35 mg cholesterol, 318mg sodium, 3g dietary fiber.

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