Mom's Taco Salad

Bring a burst of flavor and nostalgia to your table with Mom’s Taco Salad—an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. This vibrant Tex-Mex salad starts with seasoned ground beef, perfectly spiced and simmered to tender perfection. Crisp lettuce serves as the base, accompanied by juicy cherry tomatoes, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and sharp shredded cheddar cheese. The finishing touches? Crunchy tortilla chips, creamy diced avocado, and a tangy homemade dressing made from sour cream and salsa—all tossed together for a delightful medley of textures and flavors. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this satisfying dish brings comfort, convenience, and a whole lot of yum to your meal. Whether served as a main course or a standout side, Mom’s Taco Salad is guaranteed to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 packet Taco seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 head Lettuce
• 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup Corn, canned or fresh
• 3 stalks Green onions, sliced
• 2 cups Tortilla chips
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Salsa
• 1 large Avocado, diced

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 2

Add the taco seasoning and 2 tablespoons of water to the skillet with the cooked beef. Stir well and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the beef is evenly coated with seasoning and the mixture is slightly thickened. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 3

While the beef is cooling, chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 4

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl along with the shredded cheddar cheese, black beans, corn, and sliced green onions.

Step 5

Lightly crush the tortilla chips and sprinkle them over the top of the salad ingredients.

Step 6

Once the beef has cooled slightly, add it to the salad mixture, distributing it evenly.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the sour cream and salsa together to create a simple dressing.

Step 8

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.

Step 9

Top with diced avocado for added creaminess and flavor.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Mom’s Taco Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1831.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3139.7

Total Fat 213.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.8g
Cholesterol 540.4mg	0%
Sodium 6337.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 186.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.2g	0%
Total Sugars 30.4g
Protein 143.5g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1349.0mg	0%
Iron 19.8mg	0%
Potassium 4423.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.2%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 23.0%