Jul 14 2026

Taco Salad Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

This is big! Shredded lettuce, cheese, corn salsa, salsa fresca, enchilada sauce, guacamole, and sour cream. Your choice of chicken or seasoned ground beef. Substitute steak or baja shrimp.

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Ingredients

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Taco Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Salad Base

    In a large serving bowl, layer the shredded lettuce as the base.

  2. 2

    Add Protein

    Evenly distribute the cooked chicken or seasoned ground beef on top of the lettuce.

  3. 3

    Layer Additional Ingredients

    Add the shredded cheese, corn salsa, and salsa fresca on top of the protein.

  4. 4

    Drizzle with Sauces

    Pour the enchilada sauce over the layered ingredients.

  5. 5

    Top with Guacamole and Sour Cream

    Add dollops of guacamole and sour cream on the top.

  6. 6

    Add Optional Toppings

    Sprinkle any optional toppings to finish the salad.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Toss the salad gently before serving, or serve as is for a beautiful presentation.

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