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Easy Taco Salad

This taco salad is everything you love about tacos, served in a bowl! It’s loaded with seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, and your favorite toppings for a fast and hearty meal that’s full of bold Tex-Mex flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 603 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef or ground turkey for a hearty flavorful base
  • salt and pepper to season the meat
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning for bold classic flavor
  • ½ cup tomato sauce to add richness to the meat mixture
  • ½ cup water to help create a saucy consistency
  • 8 cups chopped romaine lettuce for a crisp refreshing salad base
  • 1 cup canned black beans rinsed and drained for extra protein and fiber
  • 1 cup canned corn drained for sweetness and texture
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes halved for juicy bursts of flavor
  • ¾ cup shredded cheese - cheddar Monterey Jack, Mexican blend, or Colby Jack all work well
  • 1 large avocado sliced for creamy richness
  • 1 cup salsa for a fresh zesty topping
  • ¼ cup sour cream to add cool creaminess
  • 4 ounces crumbled tortilla chips for crunch and finishing touch

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking the meat apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Stir in the taco seasoning, tomato sauce, and water. Lower the heat and let simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until most of the liquid has reduced.
  • To assemble the salads, divide the lettuce, black beans, corn, tomatoes, shredded cheese, and avocado evenly among four large bowls or plates. Spoon the seasoned beef on top, then add a dollop of salsa and a tablespoon of sour cream to each salad. Finish with crumbled tortilla chips and serve immediately

Notes

Leftover cooked taco meat can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For easy meal prep, store the remaining taco salad ingredients in separate containers so you can quickly assemble fresh salads from the leftovers.
Keyword Taco Salad