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Tex-Mex Taco Salad




Source of Recipe


Woman's Day


List of Ingredients




2 tsp minced garlic
1/2 cup chopped red onion
2 tsp chili powder
1 can (19 oz) red kidney beans, rinsed
1 pt grape tomatoes, cut in half
1 bag (10 oz) romaine salad blend
1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 cup reduced-fat Italian dressing mixed with 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
3 oz (4 cups) bite-size baked tortilla chips
1/2 cup shredded 94% fat-free Cheddar cheese



Recipe



1. Coat a large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Heat over medium heat, add garlic and 1/2 the onion, and cook 2 minutes or until onion is soft. Stir in chili powder, beans and 1/2 the tomatoes. Cook a few minutes to wilt tomatoes.

2. Toss romaine, bell pepper,
remaining tomatoes and dressing in a large bowl to mix and coat. Arrange on a platter, top with tortilla chips and spoon bean mixture in center. Sprinkle with cheese and remaining onion.