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A vibrant taco salad with fresh greens, ground beef, and various toppings in a large bowl.

Proven way to grow 7 Taco Salad Taco Salad

This recipe provides a proven method to prepare a delicious taco salad, perfect for a satisfying meal. It combines fresh ingredients with a savory dressing for a delightful culinary experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 6 cups lettuce shredded
  • 2 medium tomatoes diced
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 3 cups tortilla chips crushed
  • 0.5 cup salsa
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
Dressing
  • 0.5 cup ranch dressing
  • 2 tbsp taco sauce

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Large Bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet, then drain any excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning according to package directions.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese.
  3. Prepare the dressing by whisking together the ranch dressing and taco sauce in a small bowl.
Assembly
  1. Add the seasoned ground beef, crushed tortilla chips, salsa, and sour cream to the large bowl with the vegetables and cheese.
  2. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients.
  3. Toss everything gently until all ingredients are well combined and coated with the dressing. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious taco salad.

Notes

For extra crunch, consider adding crushed Doritos instead of regular tortilla chips. You can also customize by adding black beans, corn, or sliced avocado.