Jessie's Taco Salad

Bold, zesty, and bursting with Tex-Mex flair, Jessie's Taco Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion. This easy-to-make recipe combines seasoned ground beef, crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, zesty red onion, black beans, and sweet corn kernels, all topped with a generous layer of shredded cheddar cheese and crunchy tortilla chips. Tossed in a creamy, tangy salsa-lime dressing, this salad is a flavor-packed fusion of textures and tastes. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's perfect for weeknight dinners or summer gatherings. Garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, Jessie's Taco Salad is a fresh, hearty, and satisfying meal that’s guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
• 0.25 cup Water
• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Red onion
• 1 cup Black beans
• 1 cup Corn kernels (cooked or canned)
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups Tortilla chips
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Salsa
• 1 whole Lime
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until it is browned and fully cooked, about 8 minutes. Break the meat into crumbles as it cooks.

Step 2

Drain any excess grease from the skillet and return it to the heat. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the ground beef and add 1/4 cup of water. Stir to coat the meat evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes, then remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3

While the beef is cooking, chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and slice the cherry tomatoes in half. Thinly slice the red onion. Rinse and drain the black beans if using canned.

Step 4

In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, black beans, corn kernels, and shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 5

Add the cooked ground beef to the salad mix and toss gently to combine.

Step 6

In a small bowl, stir together the sour cream and salsa to create a quick and creamy dressing. Squeeze the juice of one lime into the dressing and mix well.

Step 7

Just before serving, lightly crush the tortilla chips and add them to the salad for a crunchy texture. Drizzle the dressing over the top and toss the salad to distribute the flavors evenly.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2258.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2761.7

Total Fat 175.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15.4g
Cholesterol 479.6mg	0%
Sodium 6472.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 186.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.4g	0%
Total Sugars 36.3g
Protein 143.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1528.1mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 3684.4mg	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: 54.5%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 25.7%