Delicious and Healthy Taco Salad with Creamy Ranch Dressing

This Taco Salad with Ranch Dressing is the perfect combination of fresh veggies, crispy tortilla chips, seasoned ground beef, and creamy homemade ranch dressing. It is a complete meal that is not only delicious but also healthy. Whether you're serving it for lunch or dinner, this salad will satisfy your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. Make it from scratch in just under 30 minutes and enjoy the zesty flavors and crunchy textures. Your family and guests will be asking for seconds!

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup corn kernels, drained
• 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
• 1/2 cup ranch dressing
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup salsa
• 1/4 cup guacamole

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic and sauté until translucent.
2. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat from the skillet.
3. Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper over the cooked ground beef. Stir well to combine.
4. In a large salad bowl, layer shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, corn kernels, black beans, black olives, cilantro, cheddar cheese, and crushed tortilla chips.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, sour cream, and salsa until well combined.
6. Drizzle the ranch dressing mixture over the salad.
7. Serve the taco salad with a dollop of guacamole on top.
8. Enjoy!

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