Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up as it cooks until no longer pink.
- Drain excess fat from the cooked meat.
- Add taco seasoning and water to the beef; simmer for 5 minutes.
- While the meat cools slightly, chop lettuce, dice tomatoes, and shred cheese.
- Assemble the salad by either mixing all ingredients in a large bowl or layering them in a clear glass bowl.
- For a tossed version, combine lettuce, warm seasoned beef, tomatoes, cheese, and desired toppings; drizzle dressing and toss just before serving.
- For a layered version, start with lettuce, then add meat, beans, cheese, tomatoes, and finish with toppings. Serve the dressing on the side.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg
Notes
Customize your taco salad with various toppings or toppings bar for fun and flexible serving options. To keep the salad crisp, keep wet ingredients separate until ready to serve. For a healthier version, swap ground beef with ground turkey, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream, and add more vegetables. Meal prep made easy: store the cooked meat and veggies in separate containers and assemble just before serving. Leftovers can be used in burritos or quesadillas.
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