Taco Salad Recipe
Dive into this vibrant Taco Salad, a delightful blend of seasoned ground beef, crisp romaine lettuce, and juicy cherry tomatoes, all topped with creamy cheese, avocado, and fresh cilantro. Perfect for Taco Tuesdays or any weeknight dinner, this customizable dish brings family and friends together for a colorful feast that’s both satisfying and fun!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey until fully cooked. Drain excess fat. Stir in taco seasoning as per package instructions.
- While the meat cooks, chop the romaine lettuce and halve the cherry tomatoes. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
- Once the meat is ready, let it cool slightly before adding to the bowl with lettuce and tomatoes. Toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the salad, add dollops of sour cream, and layer sliced avocado on top.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg