Taco Salads

Elevate your weeknight dinners with these vibrant and delicious Taco Salads, a perfect fusion of fresh vegetables, hearty protein, and bold Tex-Mex flavors. This crowd-pleasing recipe features tender, seasoned ground beef atop a bed of crisp romaine lettuce, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, sweet corn, savory black beans, and a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese. The crushed tortilla chips add irresistible crunch, while a dollop of sour cream, tangy salsa, and optional cilantro bring a burst of zingy freshness with every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this customizable dish is served with lime wedges for a citrusy finishing touch. Whether you’re hosting Taco Tuesday or craving a healthy twist on your favorite tacos, this deconstructed taco salad is sure to become a fast favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 1 packet Taco seasoning
• 0.25 cup Water
• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1 cup Tortilla chips, crushed
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Salsa
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 1 large Avocado, diced
• 1 whole Lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 2

Stir in the taco seasoning and water to the cooked beef. Stir well to evenly coat the meat with seasoning and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3

While the beef cooks, prepare the vegetables. Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces, halve the cherry tomatoes, and dice the avocado.

Step 4

In a large salad bowl or on individual plates, create a base layer of romaine lettuce.

Step 5

Top the lettuce with seasoned ground beef, cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, shredded cheddar cheese, avocado, and a sprinkle of crushed tortilla chips.

Step 6

Finish by adding a dollop of sour cream, a spoonful of salsa, and, if desired, a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.

Step 7

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the taco salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2176.6 grams (2176.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2888

Total Fat 188.10g	241%
Saturated Fat 78.60g	393%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 480mg	160%
Sodium 7450mg	324%
Total Carbohydrate 190.90g	69%
Dietary Fiber 50.40g	180%
Total Sugars 35.40g
Protein 146.40g	293%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1349mg	104%
Iron 19mg	106%
Potassium 4743mg	101%

*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: 55.6%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 25.1%