Ground Beef Taco Salad
A colorful and flavorful taco salad that’s easy to prepare, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or festive gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Beef
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn kernels (canned or frozen)
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Tortilla chips (for serving)
- Sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning and water specified on the package to the beef. Stir and let it simmer, allowing flavors to meld.
- Combine the chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, corn, black beans, shredded cheese, and diced avocado in a large bowl.
- Add the cooked taco beef to the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately with salsa and tortilla chips on the side. Optionally, add a dollop of sour cream.
Notes
Use ground turkey or chicken for a healthier option. Mix in different greens like spinach or kale for varied nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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