KITTENCAL'S TACO SALAD FOR A CROWD

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I have made this many times to serve at get togethers and I always receive rave reviews from everyone! if desired the amounts may reduced to half --- to save some time the beef may be cooked a day ahead, and refrigerated overnight as it must be cooled completely before adding the ingredients in with it, you may want to purchase two bags of nacho chips and use one to serve on the side --- when cooking the ground beef, I always try to leave it into larger size chunks, it looks better in the salad, really you may use any size bag of nachos that you like, the 12 cups size is only estimated, you can add any amount desired in with the ground beef/salad mixture, just make sure to add them just before serving as they tend to get soggy --- see my recipe#76616 -- I sometimes add in a can of drained and rinsed black beans :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs lean ground beef
2 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning mix
2 cups grated cheddar cheese
1 red onion, chopped
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 heads iceberg lettuce, chopped
4 tomatoes, chopped (I use Roma)
2 avocados, peeled and chopped
1 1/2 cups black olives, sliced
12 cups nacho chips, 1 large (I use Doritos)
1 (8 ounce) bottle Catalina dressing (my The Best French Salad Dressing will also work well)

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef with the chopped yellow onion (not red).
  • Add in only 1 package taco mix (and water according to the package direction); set aside to cool completely.
  • In a large bowl, mix together chopped lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar cheese (can use more than 2 cups if desired, and the cheese may be cubed small instead of shredded) avocados, red onion, olives, and the second package of taco seasoning mix.
  • Add to cooled beef mixture; toss to combine.
  • Just before serving toss with the salad dressing.
  • The last step (JUST BEFORE SERVING) is to mix in about three-quarters of the package of crushed Doritos, leaving the rest on the side for your guests who want extra (they will get soggy if you mix them in too early!).

Tal
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I love that this taco salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I like to add some chopped cilantro and jalapenos to mine.


Tebogo Pride
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This taco salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, but still filling.


GK Rajput
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This taco salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use leftover taco meat to make it.


Ch Ali Raza Arain
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I've made this taco salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dish for a party or potluck.


Joshua Mesna
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This taco salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the crunchy tortilla chips and the creamy avocado dressing.


Parwana Arifi
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I love that this taco salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I like to add black beans and corn to mine.


Sana jan
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This taco salad is a great way to use up leftover taco meat. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time for a quick and easy meal.


Podiya Official
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This taco salad is so good, I could eat it every day.


krishtina bhatta
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I've tried several taco salad recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Helena Andrews
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I made this taco salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Umar Fauziyat
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This taco salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


MD. Ariyan
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I love how easy this taco salad is to make. I can have it on the table in less than 30 minutes.


nosa aj
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I've made this taco salad for my family and friends several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dish for a casual get-together.


Adna Abdirahman
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This taco salad is a great way to use up leftover taco meat. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time.


Yushan Hansana
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I love that this taco salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


AVA DIANGELO
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This taco salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, but still filling.


Gary Burns
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I was a bit skeptical about making a taco salad, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was so easy to make and it tasted amazing.


Ralf Woehe
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This taco salad is so delicious and refreshing. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Sarata Osuman
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I've made this taco salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish for a potluck or party.


Bikaah raj
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This taco salad was a hit at my party! It was so easy to make and everyone loved it.


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