The Best Taco Salad Ever

Dive into the vibrant flavors of "The Best Taco Salad Ever," a quick and easy recipe that combines all the bold, zesty elements of your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes into one irresistible meal. Featuring perfectly seasoned ground beef, crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, hearty black beans, sweet corn, creamy avocado, and crunchy tortilla chips, this salad is a satisfying blend of textures and tastes. Topped with a tangy homemade dressing made from sour cream, salsa, lime juice, and fresh cilantro, this 25-minute recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Packed with protein and bursting with freshness, this taco salad is as nutritious as it is delicious, making it a family favorite and a go-to for taco night reinventions.

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
• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Corn kernels (frozen and thawed or canned and drained)
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 medium Avocado, diced
• 2 cups Tortilla chips
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Salsa
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the beef and add 1/4 cup of water. Stir well to coat the meat.

Step 4

Continue cooking the seasoned beef for another 2-3 minutes, until the liquid has mostly evaporated. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 5

Wash and chop the romaine lettuce, then distribute it evenly in a large salad bowl or platter.

Step 6

Slice the cherry tomatoes in halves, and layer them along with the black beans, corn kernels, shredded cheddar cheese, and diced avocado on top of the lettuce.

Step 7

Crumble the tortilla chips slightly with your hands and sprinkle them over the salad.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, salsa, lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper to form the dressing.

Step 9

Drizzle the dressing over the salad. Toss gently to combine, or serve with the dressing on the side for guests to add as desired.

Step 10

Top the salad with the cooked ground beef, ensuring it's distributed evenly.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2026.4 grams (2026.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3086

Total Fat 209.90g	269%
Saturated Fat 81.60g	408%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.40g
Cholesterol 500mg	167%
Sodium 7004mg	305%
Total Carbohydrate 188.60g	69%
Dietary Fiber 43.20g	154%
Total Sugars 32.90g
Protein 144.90g	290%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1383mg	106%
Iron 18mg	97%
Potassium 4263mg	91%

*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: 58.6%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 23.4%