Ground beef taco salad

Enjoy a healthy and flavorful Ground Beef Taco Salad with lean ground beef, fresh spinach, crisp onions, red peppers, and a zesty salsa sauce. Perfect for a quick, nutritious meal!

  • 08 Jul 2025
  • Cook time 10 min
  • Prep time 5 min
  • 1 Servings
  • 5 Ingredients

Ground beef taco salad

Ground beef taco salad is a delicious and nutritious meal that combines the rich flavors of seasoned beef with fresh vegetables and tangy salsa. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this recipe is both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Ingredients:

8 oz ground beef(90%/10%)
230g
3 cups spinach
90g
1/3 cup onion
55g
1/4 cup red pepper
36g
1/4 cup salsa sauce
66g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables:
- Wash and dry the spinach thoroughly, then set aside.
- Dice the onion and red bell pepper into small, bite-sized pieces and set aside separately.
2. Cook the Ground Beef:
- Place a medium-sized skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the ground beef.
- Cook the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula or wooden spoon, until it is completely browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain any excess fat from the skillet, if necessary.
3. Add the Vegetables:
- Add the diced onion to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, until the onion starts to become translucent.
- Add the diced red bell pepper and cook for an additional 2 minutes, until the pepper is slightly softened.
4. Combine and Heat the Salsa:
- Stir in the salsa sauce with the beef, onions, and peppers. Cook for another 2 minutes, ensuring everything is well combined and heated through.
5. Assemble the Salad:
- Arrange the washed spinach evenly on a serving plate or in a large salad bowl.
- Spoon the hot beef mixture over the bed of spinach.
6. Serve:
- Serve the salad immediately. The hot beef mixture will slightly wilt the spinach, creating a delicious contrast in textures.

Tips:

- For an extra flavor boost, season the ground beef with taco seasoning or a mix of cumin, paprika, and garlic powder during cooking.

- Feel free to substitute spinach with other leafy greens like romaine lettuce or mixed greens if preferred.

- Consider adding toppings such as shredded cheese, avocado slices, or a dollop of sour cream to enhance the taste and texture of the salad.

- If you like a bit of heat, try incorporating some chopped jalapeños into the salad or using a spicier salsa.

- Toast the red pepper briefly in a pan before adding it to the salad for a slightly smoky flavor.

This ground beef taco salad is a quick and satisfying meal that's packed with protein and vibrant vegetables. By following these tips and customizing the ingredients to your liking, you can create a delicious and balanced dish that's sure to please any palate.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size470 grams
Energy
Calories 480kcal24%
Protein
Protein 50g33%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 14g4%
Fiber 4.39g12%
Sugar 7g7%
Fat
Fat 24g28%
Saturated 9g30%
Cholesterol 150mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 360ug40%
Choline 180mg33%
Vitamin B1 0.23mg19%
Vitamin B2 0.58mg45%
Vitamin B3 13mg82%
Vitamin B6 1.32mg77%
Vitamin B9 150ug36%
Vitamin B12 5ug209%
Vitamin C 80mg89%
Vitamin E 3.60mg24%
Vitamin K 440ug368%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 120mg9%
Copper, Cu 0.30mg33%
Iron, Fe 7mg60%
Magnesium, Mg 150mg35%
Phosphorus, P 500mg40%
Potassium, K 1480mg44%
Selenium, Se 40ug70%
Sodium, Na 670mg45%
Zinc, Zn 12mg105%
Water
Water 380g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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