Jul 14 2026

Taco Salad Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Your choice of seasoned ground beef or grilled chicken breast with shredded Cheddar cheese, diced tomato, diced onion, jalapeño peppers & crushed tortilla chips served over iceberg lettuce. Served with sides of sour cream and salsa in place of salad dressing.

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Ingredients

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Protein

Vegetables

Condiments

Method

Preparation of Protein

  1. 1

    Cook the Ground Beef

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Season the Beef

    Stir in the taco seasoning and add 2/3 cup of water. Bring to a simmer and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Preparation of Vegetables

  1. 3

    Chop the Vegetables

    While the beef is cooking, wash and chop the iceberg lettuce, tomato, onion, and jalapeño peppers. Set aside.

Assembly of Taco Salad

  1. 4

    Layer the Salad

    In a large serving bowl or individual plates, start with a bed of iceberg lettuce. Top with the seasoned ground beef, followed by diced tomatoes, diced onions, jalapeño peppers, shredded cheddar cheese, and crushed tortilla chips.

Serving

  1. 5

    Add Condiments

    Serve the taco salad with sides of sour cream and salsa for drizzling or dipping.

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