My Taco Salad

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with "My Taco Salad," a vibrant and hearty meal that combines bold Tex-Mex flavors with the fresh crunch of a classic salad. Packed with seasoned ground beef, crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, black beans, sweet corn, and creamy avocado, this dish is a satisfying medley of textures and tastes. A squeeze of fresh lime, a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese, and a topping of crushed tortilla chips add tangy, cheesy, and crunchy elements to every bite. Whether garnished with cilantro or finished with a dollop of sour cream, this quick and easy 25-minute recipe is both weeknight-friendly and delightfully customizable. Perfect for a crowd-pleasing main dish or a solo indulgence, "My Taco Salad" is a flavorful, one-bowl wonder that will keep you coming back for more.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
• 0.25 cup Water
• 4 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Sweet corn kernels
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 1 large Avocado
• 1 medium Lime
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped, optional)
• 2 cups Tortilla chips
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.

Step 2

Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

While the beef is cooking, prepare the salad base. Chop the romaine lettuce and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 5

Halve the cherry tomatoes, cube the avocado, and add them to the bowl along with the drained black beans, corn, and shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 6

Squeeze the juice of the lime over the salad for a fresh citrus zing.

Step 7

Add the cooked ground beef to the salad once it has cooled slightly.

Step 8

Lightly crush the tortilla chips and sprinkle them over the salad for a crunchy texture.

Step 9

Top with a dollop of sour cream and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.

Step 10

Toss everything together just before serving or serve layered for a more aesthetic presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1882 grams (1882.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3111

Total Fat 217.10g	278%
Saturated Fat 82.40g	412%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.90g
Cholesterol 479mg	160%
Sodium 6148mg	267%
Total Carbohydrate 183.60g	67%
Dietary Fiber 44.80g	160%
Total Sugars 28.50g
Protein 143.00g	286%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 1333mg	103%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 4153mg	88%

*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: 59.9%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 22.5%