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Taco Salad


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A delicious and easy taco salad perfect for a quick meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes (preferably vine-ripened)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 cup corn chips or tortilla strips

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with taco seasoning for about 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
  2. While the beef is cooking, chop the romaine lettuce and dice the tomatoes. Arrange them in a large serving bowl.
  3. Once the beef is cooked, let it cool slightly before adding it to the bowl with the lettuce and tomatoes. Gently fold in the diced avocado.
  4. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the salad and add dollops of sour cream or Greek yogurt.
  5. Just before serving, top with corn chips or tortilla strips for added crunch.

Notes

  • This salad can be customized with additional toppings like olives or jalapeños.
  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the beef with black beans.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg