Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRiviera MayaFajita Taco Salad Shell Recipe

Fajita Taco Salad Shell Recipe

Inspired by Riviera Maya
Time30m
Serves4

Lettuce, guacamole, cream, cheese, pico de gallo & beans.

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Ingredients

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Salad Shell

Method

Preparing the Salad Shell

  1. 1

    Fry the Tortillas

    In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place one tortilla in the skillet and fry until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side. Remove and let drain on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.

  2. 2

    Shape the Shells

    While the tortillas are still warm, gently mold each tortilla into a bowl shape using a small bowl or a taco salad mold. Allow to cool completely, so they hold their shape.

Assembling the Salad

  1. 3

    Layer the Ingredients

    Once the salad shells are ready, start by adding a layer of shredded lettuce at the bottom of each shell.

  2. 4

    Add the Toppings

    Next, add a scoop of black beans, followed by a generous dollop of guacamole, a spoonful of sour cream, a handful of shredded cheddar cheese, and a good amount of pico de gallo on top.

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