BEST TACO SALAD RECIPE
Taco Salad is a show-stopper dinner, if you do it right. Plus it's healthy! I'll show you all my tips (and the best ingredients) for Taco Salad, Done Right. Plus two taco salad dressing recipes to choose from!
Provided by Karen
Categories Salad
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 31
Steps:
- Start with the taco meat.** Brown 1 pound ground beef in a skillet on the stove, over medium heat. Break up the meat into small pieces. Once it is no longer pink (3-5 minutes), remove from heat. Tilt the pan and scoop the grease into a foil-lined bowl (then refrigerate and toss when solidified). Return the pan back to the stove and set over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup Premium McCormick's taco seasoning. (Or a regular taco packet will do. See notes for a homemade recipe.) Add 3/4 cup water to the pan. Let the mixture come to a simmer. Turn off the heat when there is still thickened liquid at the bottom of the pan. If you cook until all the liquid has evaporated, you will have dry taco meat; no thanks. Set aside and keep warm, covered.
- Prep the lettuce and herbs. Chop the romaine into bite size pieces and dry in a salad spinner (or dry off with paper towels). Add 1/2 cup chopped green onions and 1 bunch of chopped cilantro. Spin to mix, or add to a large bowl and toss together.
- Prep your toppings. Grate 1 and 1/2 cups cheddar cheese. Chop 1 and 1/2 cups tomatoes. Thinly slice 8 radishes. Dice half a red onion. Chop 2 avocados (or make a quick guacamole with them by adding a bit of lime and salt). Thaw out 1 cup of frozen corn (I usually stick it in the microwave for 20 seconds and then let it finish thawing on the counter). Slice 1 or 2 jalapeno peppers. Crush some Juanitas or Fritos, but leave some whole for garnishing.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.5 g, Calories 1186 kcal, Fat 94 g, SaturatedFat 33 g, Cholesterol 181 mg, Sodium 2193 mg, Carbohydrate 55 g, Fiber 17 g, Sugar 13 g, Protein 40 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 52 g
SOUTHWESTERN TACO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: avocado, cilantro, lime juice, low-fat greek yogurt, water, salt, garlic, cumin, olive oil, chicken breast, taco seasoning, romaine lettuce, cheddar jack, black beans, avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, tortilla strips
Provided by Tasty
Categories Lunch
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- To make the avocado cilantro lime salad dressing, combine all the ingredients for the dressing (avocado, cilantro, lime juice, greek yogurt, water, salt, garlic, and cumin) in a blender or food processor until smooth. Set aside.
- Pour 1 tbsp of oil into a pan and bring up to medium heat. Add the diced chicken breast and taco seasoning, stirring until all pieces are well-coated with the seasoning. Cook through and set aside.
- Assemble your salad with a bed of chopped romaine lettuce on the bottom. Then, lay out each topping (chicken, cheddar jack cheese, black beans, avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, and tortilla strips) in rows or blend it all together.
- Top off with the avocado salad dressing and cilantro then serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
SOUTH AMERICAN TACO SALAD
Using quinoa is a great way to boost the protein in this simple salad.
Provided by Sue Stone
Categories Beef Salads
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- 1. To prepare quinoa: Put quinoa in a fine mesh strainer & rinse thoroughly to remove any bitter residue.
- 2. Put rinsed, drained quinoa in a small saucepan with a drizzle of olive oil. Toast over med.-high heat, stirring frequently for 3 minutes.
- 3. Add 1/2 cup water & pinch of salt to saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover pan & reduce heat to lowest setting. Cook for 15 minutes. Remove lid and fluff with a fork. Set aside.
- 4. While quinoa is cooking, prepare ground beef: In a small skillet, brown ground beef until no longer pink; drain off fat. Add chili powder, cumin, garlic salt, and black pepper. Stir to mix in spices. Add cooked quinoa, mixing until combined. Set aside and let cool before adding to salad.
- 5. In a large bowl, combine remaining salad ingredients, except tortilla chips. Add in cooled ground beef mixture. Stir to combine.
- 6. Serve salad in individual bowls, topped with tortilla chips and your favorite dressing or salsa. I like to use: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/salsa-pronto.html
SOUTHWESTERN TACO SALAD
I came across this recipe while spending a winter in Arizona. Now as soon as we return home each spring, our grandchildren are waiting for me to make these refreshing salads. To save time, bake the salad shells in the morning. Cool: store in an airtight container.-Betty Johnson, Olympia, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Prepare taco salad shells according to package directions; set aside. , In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. In the drippings, cook beef, onions, garlic and seasonings over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in beans; heat through., Spoon about 1/3 cup meat mixture into each salad shell. Top with the lettuce and remaining meat mixture; sprinkle with bacon. Serve with toppings of your choice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 732mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
POSITIVELY THE BEST TACO SALAD
I have experimented for a long time perfecting this recipe. I finally have the secret! I am requested to bring this to every pot luck, family dinner, etc. You won't be disappointed!
Provided by kimscatering
Categories South American
Time 20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Brown ground beef and drain. Add taco seasoning - follow package directions. Alow to cool slightly or put in refrigerator if you don't want to use the salad right away.
- TEAR lettuce into bite size pieces, but into bowl. Cut tomatoes in half, and spread out on top of lettuce. Put cheese on top of tomatoes. Cover and chill until ready to serve. Just before serving, add Doritos, meat (if refrigerated, use microwave to take chill off of meat), and salad dressing. Toss well!
- Don't skimp on the cheese or doritos, the more the better! I use the whole bag of Dorito's. Not snack size, or Extra large, just the regular size bag -- .
SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN TACO SALAD
Dinner in 30 minutes is a breeze when you start with cooked and seasoned chicken breast strips from the freezer.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In small bowl, beat dressing ingredients with wire whisk until well blended.
- In large bowl, mix salad ingredients except corn chips. Add dressing; toss until coated. Sprinkle with corn chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 3 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1290 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g
EASY GROUND BEEF TACO SALAD
Every time I have to bring a dish to a party, friends ask for my taco salad. Even players on my son's football team ask for it. -Lori Buntrock, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 4-6 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly., In a large bowl, toss lettuce with cheese. Top with beef mixture and chips; drizzle with dressing and toss to combine. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calories, Fat 27g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 830mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
TACO SALAD
Enjoy all the flavours of a taco night in this colourful Tex-Mex salad. Just like a taco, you can make it your own and add your favourite toppings
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Dinner, Lunch
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Mix the red onion with half the lime juice and a pinch of salt in a small bowl, then set aside.
- Heat the oil in a frying pan over a medium-low heat, and crumble in the mince. Cook for 15-20 mins - the mince will release some liquid, but once this has bubbled away, it will sizzle in its own fat. At this point, stir or toss with a wooden spoon so the mince browns and caramelises all over. If the pan becomes too dry, add a drizzle more oil. When the mince is well toasted, sprinkle over the taco seasoning and cook for 2 mins, then stir through the tomato purée and pour over the rest of the lime juice and let it sizzle for another minute. Stir through the black beans and turn up the heat to medium, continuing to cook until everything is hot. Taste for seasoning, then set aside.
- To make the dressing, mix the lime juice with the soured cream and chilli sauce, if using, season, then set aside.
- Scatter a handful of tortilla chips into a bowl, then add a layer of lettuce, then the mince and black beans. Top with the avocado slices, chopped tomato, pickled red onions, along with any juices, and the feta. Drizzle with the dressing, then finally scatter over the coriander. Tuck more tortilla chips around the sides of the bowl, then serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 733 calories, Fat 41 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 48 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 12 grams fiber, Protein 37 grams protein, Sodium 2.4 milligram of sodium
TACO SALAD I
Put a twist on the conventional taco salad with this quick and easy recipe for a delicious salad meal. And it's fun for the children to help make.
Provided by Denise Williamson
Categories Salad Taco Salad Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and drain excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning, chili beans and French-style dressing. Fill the dressing bottle 2/3 full of water and add to the skillet. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Crush the bag of chips, open the bag, and toss the broken chips into a large bowl with the lettuce, cheese and tomatoes. When the meat mixture is done, combine it with the lettuce, tomatoes, chips and mix well. Then, add salsa and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 846.4 calories, Carbohydrate 59.6 g, Cholesterol 70.2 mg, Fat 56.5 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.4 g, Sodium 1579.6 mg, Sugar 14.2 g
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