Taco Salad Supreme

Elevate your mealtime with Taco Salad Supreme, a vibrant and hearty twist on a classic taco night! This irresistible recipe layers crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, protein-packed black beans, and sweet corn with perfectly seasoned ground beef, creating a flavor-packed foundation. Topped with sharp cheddar cheese, crunchy tortilla chips, and creamy avocado, this salad is bursting with texture and taste. A tangy homemade dressing, infused with fresh lime juice, salsa, and cilantro, ties it all together for a zesty finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this crowd-pleasing taco salad is as satisfying as it is versatile. Serve it as-is, or customize with your favorite mix-ins for a one-bowl wonder that keeps everyone coming back for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

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
• 8 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 pint Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 2 cups Tortilla chips
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Salsa
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)
• 1 Avocado (diced)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.

Step 2

2. Drain any excess grease from the skillet. Stir in the taco seasoning and water, mixing well. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 3

3. While the beef is cooling, prepare the vegetables. Chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Rinse and drain the black beans, and if using frozen corn, thaw it beforehand.

Step 4

4. In a small bowl, mix the sour cream, salsa, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper to make the dressing. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Step 5

5. In a large salad bowl, layer the lettuce, seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, shredded cheese, and tortilla chips.

Step 6

6. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad. Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 7

7. Top with diced avocado and sprinkle a little extra cilantro for garnish if desired.

Step 8

8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Taco Salad Supreme!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2198 grams (2198.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2984

Total Fat 196.00g	251%
Saturated Fat 79.30g	397%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15.10g
Cholesterol 499mg	166%
Sodium 6556mg	285%
Total Carbohydrate 193.30g	70%
Dietary Fiber 45.70g	163%
Total Sugars 36.80g
Protein 146.70g	293%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 1412mg	109%
Iron 19mg	107%
Potassium 4809mg	102%

*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: 56.5%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 24.8%