Taco Salad Recipe
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Taco Filling
Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Salad Base
Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and finely chop the red onion. Add all the vegetables to the salad bowl with the lettuce.
Cook the Taco Filling
- 3
Cook the Meat
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Add Seasoning
Add the taco seasoning to the cooked meat and stir well. Follow the package instructions for adding water if needed.
- 5
Add Beans and Corn
Drain and rinse the black beans, then add them along with the corn to the skillet. Stir and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Assembly
- 6
Combine Ingredients
Spoon the cooked taco mixture over the salad base in the bowl.
- 7
Add Toppings
Sprinkle shredded cheese, dollop sour cream, and guacamole over the top. Finally, garnish with fresh cilantro and add the tortilla chips either on top or on the side.