Taco Salad Recipe
Shredded chicken or ground beef, served with beans, cheese dip, shredded cheese, sour cream, lettuce, & tomato.
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Ingredients
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Protein
Vegetables
Beans & Cheese
Condiments
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Ground Beef
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Shredded Chicken
If using pre-cooked shredded chicken, ensure it is heated through. If starting from raw chicken, boil or grill until cooked, then shred.
- 3
Wash and Chop Vegetables
Rinse the lettuce and tomatoes under cold water. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and dice the tomato.
- 4
Prepare Beans
Open the can of black beans and rinse under cold water. Drain well.
Assembly
- 5
Layer the Ingredients
In a large bowl, start by placing a base layer of lettuce. Add the shredded chicken or ground beef on top.
- 6
Add Beans and Cheese
Sprinkle the rinsed black beans over the meat, followed by the cheese dip and shredded cheese.
- 7
Finish with Toppings
Top the salad with diced tomatoes and a generous dollop of sour cream.