Easier Than Making Tacos Taco Salad
Dive into the bold, zesty flavors of this "Easier Than Making Tacos Taco Salad," a quick and effortless twist on a taco night classic! Perfect for busy weeknights, this crowd-pleasing dish combines seasoned ground beef, crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, black beans, and crunchy tortilla chips into a vibrant, protein-packed meal ready in just 20 minutes. Tossed with a creamy, tangy salsa-sour cream dressing and topped with shredded cheddar and avocado slices, every bite is a fiesta of textures and flavors. Customize it with lime wedges for a citrusy kick, and enjoy a refreshing, no-fuss dinner that’s as satisfying as it is simple. Ideal for taco lovers seeking a healthier, mess-free alternative, this taco salad will become your new go-to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 packet Taco seasoning
- 0.25 cup Water
- 6 cups Chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups Tortilla chips, lightly crushed
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Salsa
- 1 avocado Sliced avocado or guacamole
- 4 wedges Lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-6 minutes.
Drain any excess grease from the skillet, then add the taco seasoning and water. Stir to combine, and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until the beef is fully coated and the liquid has mostly evaporated. Remove from heat.
In a large salad bowl, layer the chopped romaine lettuce as the base.
Top the lettuce with the cooked taco meat, shredded cheddar cheese, cherry tomatoes, black beans, and crushed tortilla chips.
In a small bowl, mix the sour cream and salsa to create a simple dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad or serve it on the side.
Add slices of avocado or a dollop of guacamole to each serving.
Serve immediately with optional lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
895 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.2 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.6 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 819 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.9 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 353 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1020 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
