Description

This Taco Salad is bursting with flavor and fresh ingredients, making it a quick and wholesome meal. Perfect for gatherings or a simple weeknight dinner, it combines seasoned beef, colorful veggies, and a creamy dressing that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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1½ cups sour cream
¼ cup jarred salsa
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
½ teaspoon taco seasoning from a 1-ounce packet
1 pound ground beef
⅓ cup small diced red onion plus additional for optional garnish
1 ounce packet taco seasoning minus ½ teaspoon used in dressing mixture
⅔ cup water
4 cups chopped iceberg lettuce core removed from 1 small head
15 ounce can seasoned black beans rinsed and drained well
15.25 ounce can sweet golden corn drained well
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes from a 1-pint container
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 haas avocado small diced
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
Crushed Doritos brand corn chips Nacho Cheese flavor
Classic tortilla chips
diced red onion
sliced black olives

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Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, salsa, 1 teaspoon lime juice, and ½ teaspoon taco seasoning until smooth. Set aside to make the dressing.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and red onion, cooking for 6-8 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat, then add remaining taco seasoning and water, stirring to combine. Cook an additional 3-4 minutes until the liquid evaporates and sauce thickens. Allow to cool to room temperature.
In a large trifle dish, layer chopped lettuce evenly, followed by black beans and corn, ensuring each layer is separate.
Spread the cooled seasoned beef over the corn layer evenly.
Top the beef with the prepared dressing, followed by halved cherry tomatoes and shredded cheddar cheese.
In a separate bowl, toss diced avocado with 1 teaspoon lime juice to prevent browning. Place avocado in the center of the cheese layer and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Add crushed Doritos, diced red onion, or other garnishes if desired before serving.

Notes

This salad can be made ahead; just add crushed chips right before serving to maintain their crunch.
Feel free to customize toppings based on your preferences; jalapeños or different cheeses can be great additions.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 650
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 40g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 25g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 90mg