Easy Taco Salad
A quick and flavorful taco salad featuring seasoned beef, crisp lettuce, and crunchy tortilla chips.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- ½ cup water
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup corn kernels
- ¼ cup sliced black olives
- 1 avocado, diced
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup salsa
- 1 cup tortilla chips, crushed
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water to the beef, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, black beans, corn, olives, and avocado.
- Add the seasoned beef to the salad and mix lightly.
- Top with sour cream, salsa, crushed tortilla chips, and fresh cilantro if using.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges for extra flavor.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
- Customize with your favorite toppings like jalapeños, diced onions, or bell peppers.
- To make it ahead, prepare all ingredients separately and assemble just before serving.