Catalina Taco Salad

Transform your taco night with this vibrant and flavor-packed Catalina Taco Salad! This irresistible dish combines crispy iceberg lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, hearty ground beef simmered in zesty taco seasoning, and a medley of bold toppings, including creamy shredded cheddar, sliced black olives, and savory kidney beans. Drizzled with tangy Catalina dressing and finished with a crunchy layer of crushed tortilla chips, this salad is a delightful fusion of classic Tex-Mex flavors and refreshing textures. Ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for feeding a crowd, this quick and customizable recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or family gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 tbsp taco seasoning
• 1 cup water
• 1 head iceberg lettuce
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 15 oz red kidney beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup black olives (sliced)
• 1 bunch green onions (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup Catalina dressing
• 2 cups tortilla chips (crushed)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks (approximately 7-8 minutes).

Step 2

Drain any excess fat from the skillet and return it to the heat. Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

While the beef cools, prepare the vegetables. Chop the iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it into a large salad bowl.

Step 4

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl along with the shredded cheddar cheese, kidney beans, sliced black olives, and green onions.

Step 5

Once the ground beef has cooled slightly, add it to the salad bowl. Pour the Catalina dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Just before serving, sprinkle the crushed tortilla chips over the salad for added crunch. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2999.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3563.8

Total Fat 217.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.0g
Cholesterol 442.2mg	0%
Sodium 9208.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 290.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.3g	0%
Total Sugars 70.3g
Protein 151.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1495.1mg	0%
Iron 27.4mg	0%
Potassium 4843.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.5%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 31.2%