Easy Taco Salad
- Authors
- Name
- Easy Dinner Team
- @easydinner
Prep Time
5min
Cook Time
10min
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90/10)
- 3 tbsp taco seasoning (or 1 packet)
- ½ cup water
- Ingredients -- Taco Salad
- 1 medium head iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
- ½ cup Mexican cheese blend
- ½ cup tortilla strips or chips
- ½ cup sour cream or taco salad dressing*
- ¼ cup cilantro
- Optional toppings: lime wedges, jalapeños, guac, salsa, olives
Instructions
- 01Cook the beef: Brown beef in a skillet over med-high heat. Drain fat, add seasoning + water. Simmer 3--5 mins. Let cool slightly.
- 02Make dressing (optional): Mix sour cream, mayo, lime juice & garlic powder. Chill while prepping salad.
- 03Build your bowls: Layer chopped lettuce in bowls. Top with taco meat.
- 04Assemble & serve: Add avocado, tomatoes, cheese, chips & more. Top with cilantro,
- 05essing or sour cream. Squeeze lime before eating!
Notes
1.For gluten-free, use GF taco seasoning.
2.Taco Salad Dressing:
- ½ cup sour cream
- ⅓ cup mayo
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder