Nacho Salad

Dive into the irresistible flavors of Nacho Salad, a vibrant fusion of hearty nachos and fresh, crisp salad that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. This quick and easy recipe starts with a base of crunchy tortilla chips layered with seasoned ground beef, spiced to perfection with taco seasoning. A colorful medley of romaine lettuce, black beans, sweet corn, juicy grape tomatoes, and red onion adds a refreshing contrast, while melted cheddar cheese ties everything together. Topped with creamy dollops of sour cream, guacamole, and salsa, and garnished with black olives, zesty jalapeños, and fresh cilantro, this dish is a whirlwind of bold Tex-Mex flavors in every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes and serving up to four, Nacho Salad is a crowd-pleasing combination of comfort food and a healthy twist that’s sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups tortilla chips
• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 1 cup water
• 4 cups romaine lettuce
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup black beans
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 cup grape tomatoes
• 0.5 cup red onion
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup guacamole
• 0.5 cup salsa
• 0.25 cup black olives
• 2 tablespoons jalapeños
• 2 tablespoons cilantro

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 2

Add the taco seasoning and water to the cooked beef. Stir well and simmer for 3-5 minutes, until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 3

While the beef cools, prepare the salad base. In a large mixing bowl, toss together the romaine lettuce, black beans, corn, grape tomatoes (halve them if preferred), and diced red onion.

Step 4

On a large serving platter or individual plates, layer the tortilla chips as the base.

Step 5

Top the tortilla chips with the seasoned ground beef, spreading it evenly across the chips.

Step 6

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the beef to allow it to melt slightly from the warmth.

Step 7

Add the mixed salad on top of the cheese and beef layer.

Step 8

Garnish with dollops of sour cream, guacamole, and salsa. Sprinkle with sliced black olives, chopped jalapeños, and freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy this delicious fusion of nachos and salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2396.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3962.4

Total Fat 267.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 44.7g
Cholesterol 499.7mg	0%
Sodium 7542.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 279.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.8g	0%
Total Sugars 39.6g
Protein 152.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1638.0mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 4054.9mg	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: 58.2%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 27.0%