Taco Salad Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Beef or chicken, onions, cheddar cheese. Topped with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, your choice of dressing or taco sauce.

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Ingredients

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1
Cook the Protein
In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef or chicken. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes more. Drain excess fat if necessary.
2
Prepare the Salad Base
In a large bowl, combine the chopped lettuce and diced tomatoes. Toss gently to mix.

3
Combine Ingredients
Add the cooked beef or chicken mixture to the salad base. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
4
Add Toppings
Dollop the sour cream on top of the salad and drizzle with taco sauce or your choice of dressing.

5
Serve the Taco Salad
Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients, and serve immediately in individual bowls.