Taco salad
Enjoy a flavorful and nutritious Taco Salad with seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, creamy avocado, and tangy salsa. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal packed with a delightful mix of textures and tastes. Ideal for lunch or dinner!
Cook time 10 min
Prep time 5 min
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef (80/20%)8 onions
1 tbsp chili powder
1 dash salt
1 dash black pepper
1 lettuce
1 tomato
1 avocado
1 cup olives
1.50 cup cheddar cheese
1/2 cup light sour cream
1 cup salsa sauce
Taco salad is a delicious and versatile dish that mixes the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with the crisp and refreshing elements of a salad. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun party dish. It's packed with seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and topped with classic taco accompaniments.
Instructions:
- Wash and dry the lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- Dice the tomato.
- Peel, pit, and dice the avocado.
- Slice the onions finely if they are of a larger variety. Use fewer if you have large onions.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it starts to brown, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula as it cooks.
- Add the finely sliced onions to the skillet and continue to cook for about 5 minutes, or until the onions are soft.
- Stir in the chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for another 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Once fully cooked, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a large salad bowl, layer the chopped lettuce as the base.
- Evenly distribute the cooked ground beef and onion mixture over the lettuce.
- Add the diced tomato, avocado, and olives on top.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the salad.
- Add dollops of light sour cream and salsa sauce on top, or serve them on the side for each person to add as desired.
- Toss the salad lightly if you prefer the ingredients mixed.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Taco Salad!
Tips:
- For an extra crunch, add some crushed tortilla chips on top of the salad.
- You can also use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Feel free to add additional toppings like jalapenos, corn, or black beans to customize your salad.
- If you prefer a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with a plant-based protein or beans.
Voila! Your delicious taco salad is ready to be enjoyed. This recipe is a wonderful blend of textures and flavors that will delight your taste buds. It's a fulfilling dish that can serve as a main course or a satisfying side dish. Enjoy your meal!
Nutrition per serving
5 ServingsCalories 550kcal
Protein 27g
Carbohydrates 18g
Fiber 7g
Sugar 5g
Fat 40g
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