Easy Taco Salad

Transform your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavorful Easy Taco Salad, a perfect quick and satisfying meal that comes together in just 20 minutes! Packed with seasoned ground beef, crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and hearty black beans, this salad is loaded with Tex-Mex flair. Tangy lime dressing and a topping of crushed tortilla chips add a delightful crunch, while shredded cheddar, creamy avocado, and dollops of sour cream and salsa create the ultimate taste experience. Great for quick lunches or fun family dinners, this easy-to-make taco salad brings bold flavors and customizable layers to your table, with minimal prep and cleanup. Ditch the shells and enjoy your tacos in a vibrant, nutritious bowl!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 0.25 cup water
• 6 cups romaine lettuce
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn, drained
• 1.5 cups tortilla chips, crushed
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup salsa
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 avocado, diced
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 2

Stir in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the beef is well-coated in the seasoning and the liquid has reduced. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3

While the beef is cooking, chop and prepare the vegetables. Wash and chop the romaine lettuce, halve the cherry tomatoes, and dice the avocado.

Step 4

In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, black beans, and corn.

Step 5

Drizzle the olive oil and lime juice over the salad and gently toss to coat.

Step 6

Add the seasoned ground beef, shredded cheddar cheese, and crushed tortilla chips on top of the salad mixture.

Step 7

Serve the salad with dollops of sour cream, salsa, and diced avocado. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Step 8

Toss everything together right before serving, or let everyone build their own plates by layering the salad components individually.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2023.8 grams (2023.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3039

Total Fat 200.80g	257%
Saturated Fat 80.50g	403%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.60g
Cholesterol 500mg	167%
Sodium 7506mg	326%
Total Carbohydrate 200.60g	73%
Dietary Fiber 41.50g	148%
Total Sugars 28.30g
Protein 144.20g	288%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1304mg	100%
Iron 17mg	93%
Potassium 4198mg	89%

*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: 56.7%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 25.2%