Taco Salad Mason Jars

Yield: 2 servings

Total Time: 15 minutes

Per serving: 1 lean | 3 green | 3 condiments

Ingredients

½ lb 90-94% lean ground beef

½ tbsp taco seasoning

1/3 cup nonfat, plain Greek yogurt

½ cup loosely packed fresh cilantro

2 tsp lime juice

1 clove garlic

Pinch salt

1/3 cup sliced grape tomatoes

3 tbsp chopped green onion

½ cup reduced-fat, Mexican blend shredded cheese

1 medium-sized bell pepper, diced

3 cups shredded lettuce

Directions

1. Place ground beef in a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat. Season with taco seasoning, and cook until browned.

2. Meanwhile, prepare dressing. In a small blender or food processor, combine Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth.

3. Assemble mason jar salads. Divide each salad ingredient evenly amongst two, 32-oz mason jars, and layer in the following order: dressing, tomatoes, beef, cheese, bell pepper, onion, shredded lettuce. Secure with lids, and store in refrigerator until ready to eat.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving: 330 calories | 36g protein | 13g carbohydrate | 15g fat