Taco Salad Recipe
A crisp, fried tortilla filled with fresh lettuce, seasoned hamburger and topped with tomatoes, olives, onions, cheese and sour cream. Choice of salsa or dressing.
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Ingredients
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Tortilla Shell
Salad Filling
Toppings
Method
Prepare Tortilla Shells
- 1
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until hot.
- 2
Fry Tortillas
Carefully place each flour tortilla in the hot oil, frying for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Prepare Salad Filling
- 3
Cook Ground Beef
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- 4
Add Taco Seasoning
Stir in the taco seasoning and follow package instructions, usually adding a small amount of water and simmering for about 5 minutes.
- 5
Chop Vegetables
While the beef is cooking, chop the lettuce, tomatoes, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
Assemble Salad
- 6
Layer Ingredients
In the fried tortilla shell, layer the cooked seasoned beef, followed by chopped lettuce, tomatoes, black olives, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- 7
Add Toppings
Top with a dollop of sour cream and your choice of salsa or dressing.