High Protein Walking Taco Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Make this walking taco recipe with high-protein chips, taco meat, and refreshing toppings for a better-for-you twist on this classic Midwest meal!

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat

Servings: walking taco

Calories: 330kcal

Cost: $3.00

1 (1.1 ounce) bag Quest Tortilla Chips (Nacho, Chili Lime or Loaded Taco flavor)
1/2 cup (2 ounces) ground taco meat
2 Tablespoons shredded cheese
1/4 cup shredded lettuce
2 Tablespoons salsa
1 Tablespoon plain Greek yogurt or sour cream

If making the taco meat from scratch, follow these directions.
1/2 cup (2 ounces) ground taco meat
Cut open the top or the side of the tortilla chip bag. (If desired, crush the chips before or after opening the bag. Otherwise, you can crush the chips after you add the toppings.)
1 (1.1 ounce) bag Quest Tortilla Chips
Add the taco meat to the chip bag and the toppings of choice (see notes).
2 Tablespoons shredded cheese, 1/4 cup shredded lettuce, 2 Tablespoons salsa, 1 Tablespoon plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
Eat immediately. Store leftover ingredients separately in the fridge.

Nutrition Tips - The calories are calculated for the exact toppings (Greek yogurt not sour) in this recipe.

Serving Tips - Feel free to add more toppings, such as diced avocado, jalapeños, and/or sliced olives to your walking taco.