This taco salad recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights when you need a quick and satisfying meal. Packed with all the flavors of a traditional taco, this salad is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. It's a crowd-pleaser that's sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 head of lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Directions
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning to the beef and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, cherry tomatoes, black beans, cheddar cheese, red onion, and black olives.
- Add the cooked beef mixture to the bowl and toss to combine.
- In a separate small bowl, mix together the salsa, sour cream, and cilantro to make the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
- Serve the salad with tortilla chips on the side for crunch.
- Enjoy your lazy Katie's taco salad!
Interesting Facts
Taco salad is a popular Tex-Mex dish that originated in the United States.
You can add additional toppings like avocado, jalapenos, or corn to customize this salad to your taste.
This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ground beef or taco meat.