Aimee's Specialty Taco Salad
Meet "Aimee's Specialty Taco Salad," a vibrant, flavor-packed masterpiece perfect for quick weeknight dinners or crowd-pleasing gatherings. This hearty yet refreshing salad combines savory ground beef seasoned with classic taco spices, crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy shredded cheddar cheese, and protein-packed black beans. Crushed tortilla chips add the perfect crunch, while a zesty dressing made from sour cream and salsa ties it all together. Optional garnishes of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime elevate the dish with a burst of freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile taco salad is a satisfying, gluten-free meal that's as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Perfect for taco lovers and healthy eaters alike, "Aimee's Specialty Taco Salad" is here to shake up your salad game!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 packet Taco seasoning
- 0.25 cup Water
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Black beans
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Salsa
- 2 cups Tortilla chips
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (optional)
- 1 piece Lime (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 6-8 minutes, breaking it into crumbles with a spoon.
Step 2
Drain any excess grease from the skillet, then stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the liquid is mostly absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Step 3
While the beef is cooking, wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and halve the cherry tomatoes.
Step 4
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, black beans, and tortilla chips (crushed slightly for smaller pieces).
Step 5
In a small bowl, mix the sour cream and salsa together to create the dressing.
Step 6
Add the cooked taco meat to the salad bowl and toss gently to combine. Drizzle the sour cream-salsa dressing over the salad and toss again to evenly coat the ingredients.
Step 7
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice, if desired.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Aimee's Specialty Taco Salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1989.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2562.1 |
| Total Fat 172.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 75.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 15.4g | |
| Cholesterol 479.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7822.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 141.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 30.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.9g | |
| Protein 135.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1505.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3134.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories