Description
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Easy Taco Salad, a quick and delicious dish perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This colorful salad combines seasoned ground beef, crisp romaine lettuce, sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and crunchy tortilla chips, all drizzled with salsa. It's a satisfying meal that brings everyone to the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 15 oz can black beans, drained
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- ½ cup salsa
- ½ cup crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and season with taco seasoning.
- While the beef cooks, chop romaine lettuce and place it in a large serving bowl.
- Add cherry tomatoes and drained black beans to the bowl with the lettuce.
- Dice avocado and sprinkle over the salad along with shredded cheese.
- Once the beef is ready, let it cool slightly before adding it to the salad. Top with salsa.
- Finish by sprinkling crushed tortilla chips on top for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Customize your salad by swapping ground beef for turkey or adding extra veggies like corn or bell peppers. For an extra flavor boost, try using fresh cilantro or lime juice as a topping.