Taco Salad Recipe
This easy Taco Salad uses seasoned ground beef, lettuce, beans, cheese, and all your favorite toppings ready in under 30 minutes.
Serving6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1.25 ounces taco seasoning mix, 1 package
- 16 ounces chili beans, 1 can, drained
- 16 ounces Catalina salad dressing, divided
- ½ cup water
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 13 ounces tortilla chips
- ¾ cup shredded medium cheddar cheese
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 avocado, diced
- 1 cup sliced olives
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup salsa
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and drain excess grease.
- Stir in the taco seasoning, chili beans, 1 cup of Catalina dressing, and water.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Set out meat mixture, lettuce, chips, and all other taco toppings.
- Let everyone assemble their own salad.
- Top with Catalina dressing.
Notes
- Ground turkey swap: if you’re looking for a leaner alternative to beef. The color and flavor may change slightly, but it will work great as a substitute in this recipe.
- Lighten the sour cream: Swap in plain Greek yogurt for a lighter option with a similar creamy texture.
- Add guacamole: makes a great addition for healthier fats. Try it with our Easy Guacamole recipe.
- Cut the carbs: Use whole wheat tortilla strips or baked chips in place of regular tortilla chips.
- Omit the cheese: you can omit the cheese, or cut back on it significantly to decrease the calories.
Nutrition
Calories: 880 kcal · Carbohydrates: 71 g · Protein: 29 g · Fat: 56 g · Saturated Fat: 17 g · Trans Fat: 1 g · Cholesterol: 88 mg · Sodium: 2125 mg · Potassium: 1426 mg · Fiber: 15 g · Sugar: 12 g · Vitamin A: 2132 IU · Vitamin C: 20 mg · Calcium: 342 mg · Iron: 6 mg