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Taco Salad Recipe Recipe

Taco Salad Recipe

This delicious Taco Salad is a hearty and satisfying dish that's perfect for a quick and easy meal. Packed with flavorful ingredients, it's sure to be a hit!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1/3 cup salsa
  • 1/2 tablespoon taco seasoning
Salad
  • 1 oz packet taco seasoning see notes for homemade recipe
  • 16 oz salsa divided
  • 3/4 cup sour cream divided
  • 1 avocado
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3 tablespoons cilantro roughly chopped
  • 1 head iceberg or romaine lettuce chopped and clean
  • 2 Roma tomatoes diced
  • 2 Jalapeno Peppers seeded and diced
  • 1 cup Black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup whole kernel corn drained
  • 1/4 cup black olives drained and sliced
  • 1/3 cup red onion diced
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend see notes
  • 4 oz Tortilla Chips

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. For the dressing: Combine 1/3 cup sour cream, 1/3 cup salsa, and 1/2 tablespoon taco seasoning. Set aside.
  2. Slice the avocado in half lengthwise, remove the pit, and scoop the pulp into a small bowl. Add lime juice and 1/8 tsp. salt and use a fork to mash it. Cover tightly with saran wrap and set aside at room temp.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, cook and crumble for 7 minutes, or until brown and cooked through. Drain grease.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Add 2 tablespoons taco seasoning and toss to coat. Add the 3/4 cup salsa and cilantro. Add additional salsa if desired. Cover partially while you prepare the salad.
  5. Add the lettuce to serving plates or a large salad bowl. Sprinkle with the meat mixture.
  6. Top with diced tomatoes, peppers, black beans, corn, black olives, onions, and cheese.
  7. Top with mashed avocado then add a dollop of sour cream to each serving.
  8. Drizzle with salad dressing or serve it on the side.
  9. Sprinkle with tortilla chips and serve!

Notes

Feel free to customize this taco salad with your favorite toppings. For a homemade taco seasoning, combine chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and a pinch of cayenne. Use a cheese blend that suits your taste, such as cheddar or Monterey Jack.