Healthy Taco Salad in a Mason Jar

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat add olive oil and chopped red onion. Saute for 3-4 minutes or until almost cooked through.

Step 2

Push onions to the side and add lean ground beef. Saute for 7-8 minutes or until cooked through.

Step 3

While beef is cooking mix together cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.

Step 4

Once ground beef is done cooking, turn off heat and add seasoning ingredients. Mix to combine. Using a potato masher or the back of your fork, crumble the ground beef to your desired consistency.

Step 5

In a small bowl whisk together the salsa and ranch.

Step 6

In four 24-oz. wide mouth mason jars add equal amounts of the salsa-ranch, ground beef mixture, corn, beans, tomatoes, and cheese. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Step 7

The morning before serving, add ¼ of the avocado, 1 cup of greens, and crushed corn tortilla chips.*

Step 8

Shake mason jar well before pouring contents into a large salad bowl to enjoy.