Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and hearty Taco Salad II! Bursting with fresh ingredients and bold Tex-Mex flavors, this quick and easy recipe combines perfectly seasoned ground beef, crunchy romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and zesty cilantro. Additions like black beans, corn, and shredded cheddar cheese create a satisfying medley, while a simple sour cream and salsa dressing ties it all together with a creamy, tangy kick. Finished with a sprinkle of crushed tortilla chips for added crunch and a squeeze of lime for a bright citrusy note, this 25-minute meal is a crowd-pleaser perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Enjoy the perfect balance of freshness, crunch, and spice in every bite of this flavorful taco-inspired salad!
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 7-8 minutes.
Drain any excess grease from the beef and return it to the skillet. Stir in the taco seasoning mix and 1/4 cup of water. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine. Remove from heat and set aside.
Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Place the lettuce in a large salad bowl.
Rinse and halve the cherry tomatoes. Rinse and drain the black beans. Dice the avocado. Chop the green onions and cilantro finely. Add the tomatoes, black beans, corn kernels, avocado, green onions, and cilantro to the salad bowl.
Top the salad with the cooked ground beef and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
In a small bowl, mix the sour cream and salsa together to create a creamy dressing.
Just before serving, lightly crush the tortilla chips and sprinkle them over the salad for added crunch.
Drizzle the sour cream and salsa dressing over the salad. Serve with lime wedges on the side for an optional citrusy kick. Enjoy!
Serving size | 2337.3 grams (2337.3g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2961 |
Total Fat 204.30g | 262% |
Saturated Fat 80.20g | 401% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.00g | |
Cholesterol 480mg | 160% |
Sodium 3496mg | 152% |
Total Carbohydrate 176.90g | 64% |
Dietary Fiber 45.50g | 163% |
Total Sugars 33.90g | |
Protein 144.90g | 290% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 1570mg | 121% |
Iron 20mg | 113% |
Potassium 4570mg | 97% |
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