A hearty salad of Shredded Lettuce loaded with your choice of meat, a pile of shredded Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, Tomatoes, and black olives. Served with your choice of dressing.

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey until it's browned. Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.

Cook the Meat

In a large serving bowl, add the shredded lettuce as the base for your salad.

Prepare Salad Base

Layer the cooked meat over the lettuce. Top with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, diced tomatoes, and sliced black olives.

Add Toppings

Drizzle your choice of dressing over the top of the salad, tossing gently to combine if desired.

Dress the Salad

Serve immediately and enjoy your hearty taco salad!

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