Stacy's Taco Salad

Lime Cilantro Rice

2 tbsp. oil
4 c. long grain rice (6 c. water)
1 bunch cilantro, finely chopped
juice of 3-4 limes
2 tsp. crushed garlic
garlic salt to taste

Heat oil in large skillet. Add rice, cilantro, and garlic. Saute 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add water and lime juice and bring to boil. Then reduce heat and simmer until all the liquid is absorbed by the rice (about 20 minutes). You can also use a rice cooker if you have one.

Café Rio Cilantro Ranch Dressing

1 pkg. dry hidden valley ranch dressing
1 c. mayo
1 c. chopped cilantro
2 cloves garlic
3 tomatillos (remove paper)
1/3 c. buttermilk
¼ t. cayenne pepper (less if you don't like spicy)

put all ingredients in a blender—blend until smooth

Ground Turkey Meat

1 lb. ground turkey meat
garlic salt & pepper to taste
1/4 cup taco seasoning
3/4 cup water

Brown turkey meat with garlic, salt & pepper (turkey has less flavor, so you need more seasonings). Drain fat. Stir in seasoning mix & water Simmer for 5 minutes.


Taco Salad
Build taco salad with the following:
tortilla chips
meat or pork
cheese
black beans
cilantro lime rice
chopped romaine lettuce
avacados
salsa
tomatoes
corn
black beans
sour cream
cilantro