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!
- 11 Apr 2025
- Cook time 10 min
- Prep time 5 min
- 1 Servings
- 5 Ingredients
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:
Instructions:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Stir in the salsa sauce with the beef, onions, and peppers. Cook for another 2 minutes, ensuring everything is well combined and heated through.
- 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.
- 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 Size | 470 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 480kcal | 24% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 50g | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 14g | 4% |
| Fiber 4.39g | 12% |
| Sugar 7g | 7% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 24g | 28% |
| Saturated 9g | 30% |
| Cholesterol 150mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 360ug | 40% |
| Choline 180mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B1 0.23mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 0.58mg | 45% |
| Vitamin B3 13mg | 82% |
| Vitamin B6 1.32mg | 77% |
| Vitamin B9 150ug | 36% |
| Vitamin B12 5ug | 209% |
| Vitamin C 80mg | 89% |
| Vitamin E 3.60mg | 24% |
| Vitamin K 440ug | 368% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 120mg | 9% |
| Copper, Cu 0.30mg | 33% |
| Iron, Fe 7mg | 60% |
| Magnesium, Mg 150mg | 35% |
| Phosphorus, P 500mg | 40% |
| Potassium, K 1480mg | 44% |
| Selenium, Se 40ug | 70% |
| Sodium, Na 670mg | 45% |
| Zinc, Zn 12mg | 105% |
| 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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