Taco Salad Recipe
Served in a flour tortilla shell with chicken or ground beef
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Tortilla Shell Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Chicken or Beef
- 1
Cook the Protein
In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef or shredded chicken. Cook until browned and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes for ground beef).
- 2
Add Seasoning
Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the meat and add 1/4 cup of water. Stir well to combine and let simmer for about 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
Tortilla Shells
- 3
Prepare Tortilla Shells
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the flour tortillas in an oven-safe bowl to shape them into a bowl. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Assembling the Salad
- 4
Chop the Vegetables
While the tortilla shells are baking, chop the romaine lettuce, slice the cherry tomatoes in half, and dice the avocado.
- 5
Layer the Ingredients
Once the tortilla shells are ready, carefully remove them from the oven. Start layering by adding a handful of romaine lettuce at the bottom of each shell, followed by the cooked meat, cherry tomatoes, shredded cheese, black olives, and diced avocado.
- 6
Top with Dressing
Finish with a dollop of sour cream on top of each salad. You can also add salsa if desired.