Taco Salad
Taco Salad is a delicious and filling salad that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. This salad is a combination of classic Mexican flavors, with seasoned ground beef, crispy lettuce, juicy tomatoes,creamy avocado, and crunchy tortilla chips. It's a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or as a side dish. With its vibrant colors and bold flavors, Taco Salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Plus, it's incredibly easy to make, so it's perfect for busy weeknights when you don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen.
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Servings 5
Calories 558 kcal
Beef Filling
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1.25 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 cup bottled fire-roasted salsa
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 3 Tbsp fresh cilantro
For Salad
- 1 head romaine lettuce or iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 5 oz tortilla chips, slightly crumbled
- 1 cup Shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 2 Roma tomatoes, diced (or 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes)
- 1 avocado, diced (optional)
- 5 Tbsp Sour cream or Mexican crema (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion (optional)
Begin by heating some olive oil in a non-sticksk illet measuring 12 inches in diameter, over medium-high heat.
Add crumbled chunks of beef to the skillet and let them sear for about 3 minutes until they turn brown on the bottom. Turn and break up the beef into smaller pieces and continue cooking until it is fully cooked through.
Drain the excess fat from the beef, then stir in the salsa, chili powder, and cumin. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through for about a minute. If the salsa you used is thick, add a little chicken broth or water to thin it down. If it's watery, let it simmer for a few minutes to reduce.
Take the skillet off the heat and mix in some chopped cilantro.
Take individual plates and arrange a layer of lettuce on each. Top with chips, beef mixture, cheese, tomatoes, avocado, and sour cream. Add red onion if desired. Serve immediately.
NOTE
To save time, prep the toppings while the beef is browning. You can also use store-bought pico de gallo and guacamole instead of diced tomatoes and avocados. Additionally, pre-cut romaine lettuce from a bag can be used.
- Calories: 558kcal
- Fat: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
Calories: 558kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 32gFat: 35gFiber: 6g
Keyword Healthy, Salad, Taco Salad