Taco Salad
Looking for a tasty meal that's ready fast? This easy taco salad is perfect for a quick, healthy dinner. It's full of fresh ingredients and bold flavors, making weeknight meals exciting.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Salad spinner
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
Protein Base:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Fresh Vegetables:
- 3 hearts romaine or iceberg lettuce chopped
- 1 medium tomato diced
- 1/2 cup red onion diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper sliced
- 1 avocado diced
Additional Toppings:
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup tortilla chips crushed
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the ground beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces. Drain excess fat.
- Season the beef: Add taco seasoning and tomato paste, mixing well. Cook for another 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Prepare the salad base: Chop and rinse the romaine or iceberg lettuce. Use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture.
- Assemble the salad: In a large mixing bowl, layer the lettuce, cooked ground beef, diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and avocado.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle shredded cheese, crushed tortilla chips, and fresh cilantro on top.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy fresh with your favorite dressing or salsa.
Notes
For a lighter option, swap ground beef for ground turkey or grilled chicken.
Make it dairy-free by omitting cheese or using a dairy-free alternative.
Add black beans or corn for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 30gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg
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