Description
This easy taco salad recipe is a delicious and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends. Packed with flavorful ingredients and topped with zesty dressing, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs. ground beef
- 1 tsp. sea salt
- 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. cumin
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. onion powder
- 1 head romaine lettuce (or 2 romaine hearts)
- 2 cups sliced cucumber
- 8 oz. grape or cherry tomatoes
- 4 oz. shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 15 oz. can black beans, drained and rinsed
- Zesty French dressing
- Nacho cheese Doritos for serving
Ground Beef Mixture:
Salad Components:
Additional:
Instructions
- Cook Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 4-5 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon. Add tomato paste, sea salt, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until beef is cooked through.
- Prepare Salad Ingredients: Wash and thinly slice the lettuce, cut tomatoes in half, and shred cheddar cheese if necessary.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl or plate, layer lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, and black beans. Top with the cooked beef mixture. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with cheddar cheese, crushed Doritos, and any other desired toppings.
Notes
- You can customize this taco salad with additional toppings like avocado, olives, or jalapenos.
- Feel free to use your favorite dressing or make a homemade one for a unique flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Mixing, Layering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: taco salad, easy recipe, Mexican salad, ground beef, quick meal
