Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef (93% lean)
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil
  • 1 medium (110g) yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves (9g) garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp (16g) low-sodium taco seasoning
  • 1 cup (240ml) chunky salsa
  • ½ cup (120ml) water
  • 4 oz (115g) low-fat cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (120ml) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp (5ml) lime juice
  • 3 cups (80g) Fritos or Doritos, slightly crushed
  • 1 ½ cups (170g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup (60g) sliced black olives
  • 2 scallions (10g), thinly sliced

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the lean ground beef and diced onion, cooking until the meat is mahogany-colored and no longer pink. Stir in the minced garlic for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in the taco seasoning, salsa, and water. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has reduced by half and the mixture is thick and glossy.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread half of the crushed chips across the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour the beef mixture over the chips.
  4. In a small bowl, whip together the softened low-fat cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and lime juice. Dollop and spread this mixture evenly over the beef layer.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and sliced black olives over the top. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the edges are slightly golden.
  6. Remove from the oven and immediately top with the remaining crushed chips and sliced scallions.