Loaded Taco Salad Bowls

Name: Loaded Taco Salad Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 4 burrito-sized flour tortillas; Nonstick cooking spray; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, (divided); 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup white, red, or tricolor quinoa, ( rinsed); 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, (divided); Freshly ground black pepper, (to taste); 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 large ear of corn, (kernels removed (about 3/4 cup) or 3/4 cup frozen fire-roasted corn); 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt ((any fat percentage)); 1/2 cup cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems; zest and juice from 1 lime; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 small garlic clove; 1½ teaspoons kosher salt, (plus more to taste); 1 large romaine heart, (cored and thinly sliced); Chopped tomatoes ((optional)); Fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems ((optional)); Diced avocado ((optional)); Shredded cheddar cheese or crumbled cotija cheese ((optional)); Fresh salsa or pico de gallo ((optional)); Tortilla chips ((if not making the tortilla taco shells))

featuring a crunchy tortilla shell 😍

Consider this the taco salad of your dreams, loaded with all the best vegetarian fixings and served in a crunchy, cheesy tortilla shell. A hearty blend of quinoa, black beans, and in-season corn creates a protein-packed base, while fresh toppings and a zesty cilantro-lime dressing bring every bite to life. …