Description
Taco Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings all the bold flavors of tacos into a fresh, crisp salad bowl. It’s quick, customizable, and packed with a perfect mix of seasoned beef, vegetables, cheese, and zesty dressing.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup canned corn, drained
1 ripe avocado, sliced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Lime wedges, for garnish
1/3 cup sour cream or ranch dressing
1 tbsp lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Add taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water. Stir and simmer for 3–4 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
3. Chop romaine lettuce, halve cherry tomatoes, slice avocado, and chop cilantro. Drain corn.
4. In a small bowl, mix sour cream or ranch dressing with lime juice, salt, and pepper.
5. In a large salad bowl, layer chopped lettuce as the base.
6. Add ground beef, tomatoes, corn, avocado, and cheddar cheese.
7. Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top.
8. Drizzle dressing or serve it on the side. Garnish with lime wedges and serve immediately.
Notes
Store components separately to maintain freshness.
Make it vegetarian by using beans or a plant-based alternative.
Add spice with jalapeños or hot sauce.
Use fresh ingredients for best texture and flavor.
Prep ahead for easy assembly.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 2–3 cups
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: taco salad, beef salad, easy taco salad