Best 8 Taco Bean Salad Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds in a fiesta of flavors with our tantalizing Taco Bean Salad, a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings together the best of Mexican-inspired cuisine. This delightful salad boasts a medley of textures and colors, featuring crisp lettuce, tender black beans, juicy corn, and a symphony of zesty seasonings. Tossed in a tangy and flavorful dressing, this salad is a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Our comprehensive guide provides three variations of this versatile salad, each offering a unique taste experience. From the classic Taco Bean Salad with its familiar blend of flavors to the invigorating Spicy Taco Bean Salad with its fiery kick, and the refreshing Tropical Taco Bean Salad with its sweet and tangy pineapple twist, there's a recipe here to suit every palate. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, we'll guide you through the process of creating this delicious and nutritious salad that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or a potluck gathering. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure and discover your new favorite salad recipe!

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EASY BLACK BEAN TACO SALAD



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Perfect for busy nights! My family asks for this weekly. Optional add-ins: sliced avocado, guacamole, and black olives.

Provided by TZYGANIA

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground beef
1 envelope taco seasoning mix
¾ cup water
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 head romaine lettuce, shredded
1 (8 ounce) jar salsa
2 tomatoes, diced
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
8 ounces sour cream
1 (10 ounce) bag tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until crumbly and no longer pink, about 8 minutes; stir in taco mix and water. Cook beef mixture until thickened, about 10 more minutes.
  • Place black beans into a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Spread 1/4 of the beef mixture on a serving plate and top with 1/4 of the black beans. Repeat with remaining ingredients to make 4 salads. Spread separate layers of romaine lettuce, salsa, tomatoes, and cheese over the salads. Generously garnish with sour cream and tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1038.7 calories, Carbohydrate 83.7 g, Cholesterol 143.8 mg, Fat 58.6 g, Fiber 14.6 g, Protein 47.2 g, SaturatedFat 26.8 g, Sodium 2127.8 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

EASY CROCK POT CHICKEN & BLACK BEAN TACO SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Easy Crock Pot Chicken & Black Bean Taco Salad Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by á-25010

Number Of Ingredients 9

SALAD:
2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, 16-ounce total
1 tablespoon reduced sodium taco seasoning
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed
1 cup chunky salsa
6 cups chopped romaine or red leaf
1/4 cup reduced fat Mexican cheese blend, shredded
1/2 cup zesty avocado cilantro buttermilk dressing

Steps:

  • Place the chicken in the slow cooker and season with taco seasoning and cumin. Pour the beans over the chicken and top with salsa. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with 2 forks. Shred the chicken and combine with the beans and sauce, keep warm until ready to eat. Makes 3 1/2 cups. To serve, place the chopped lettuce on a plate or in a bowl. Top with some of the chicken, shredded cheese and salad dressing.

TACO BEAN SALAD



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Storing Seasoned Hamburger Mix in the freezer helps Dorothy beat the clock when she is creating this change-of-pace tossed salad. Guests will love how it's chock-full of good stuff, including fresh tomatoes, chopped avocado and canned kidney beans.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large tomatoes
1 head iceberg lettuce, torn
6 cups coarsely crushed tortilla chips
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 large ripe avocado, peeled and chopped
2 cups Seasoned Hamburger Mix, thawed
1 bottle (7 ounces) green taco sauce
4 green onions, chopped
Ranch salad dressing or dressing of your choice

Steps:

  • Chop two tomatoes; cut remaining tomatoes into wedges. In a large salad bowl, toss the lettuce, tortilla chips, cheese, beans, avocado and chopped tomatoes; set aside., In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine hamburger mix and taco sauce. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Spoon over salad; toss gently. Top with tomato wedges and onions. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 459mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

BLACK BEAN TACO SALAD



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15 minutes and two steps is all you need to toss this flavorful black bean salad. Perfect if you love Mexican cuisine.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (2 1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 medium tomatoes, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
4 medium green onions, chopped (1/4 cup)
1/3 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups chopped spinach (6 ounces)

Steps:

  • Mix beans, olives, tomatoes, onions, cheese and cilantro in large bowl.
  • Mix lime juice, cumin and pepper; toss with bean mixture. Serve on spinach.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 620 mg

BLACK BEAN TACO SALAD



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After assembling this mild main-dish aside the remaining canned beans to add to other salads later in the the week.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ground beef
4 cups torn leaf lettuce
1 large tomato, chopped
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup Catalina salad dressing
4 cups nacho-flavored tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, tomato, beans and beef. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. , Arrange tortilla chips on a serving plate; top with beef mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672 calories, Fat 37g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 970mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

TACO BEAN SALAD



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This recipe makes a lot and is a complete meal. This is a family recipe and we love to make it in the summer. The dressing tastes best when refrigerated overnight.

Provided by penguinite

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 pounds ground beef
½ cup chili powder
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons ground cumin
¾ cup sliced black olives
2 (14 ounce) cans light red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (16 ounce) garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
1 (16 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 cups mayonnaise
1 cup taco sauce
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 tomato, chopped
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
2 cups crumbled tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion until it has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until the onion is very tender and dark brown, 15 to 20 minutes more.
  • Cook and stir ground beef into onion until the beef is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease. Stir in chili powder, oregano, and cumin until incorporated, 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in olives, kidney beans, garbanzo beans, pinto beans, and black beans; cool.
  • Mix together mayonnaise, taco sauce, and hot pepper sauce in a bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Layer lettuce with tomatoes, Cheddar cheese, bean mixture, tortilla chips, and dressing to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 986 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Cholesterol 93 mg, Fat 80 g, Fiber 12.9 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 1351.9 mg, Sugar 3 g

CHICKEN BLACK BEAN TACO SALAD



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I got this out of a cooking light a few years ago. The dressing is amazing-the whole salad is terrific!

Provided by Haversac

Categories     Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/4 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 garlic clove (minced)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
8 cups lettuce
2 chicken breasts (cooked)
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can black beans (I like the the jalepeno black beans or the cumin ones by Kunars)
1 cup shredded cheese
red onion, green pepper, avocado, black olives, etc

Steps:

  • Combine vinaigrette ingredients in a bowl & mix well (or you can toss them all in a food processor & blend.).
  • Layer salad ingredients, & top with vinaigrette.
  • Enjoy!
  • (To make lighter, you can reduce oil to 1 T, and skip the cheese!).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.2, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 64.5, Sodium 491.6, Carbohydrate 25.6, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 2.1, Protein 29.1

CORN AND BLACK BEAN TACO SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Vegetable

Yield 2 salads

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tsp olive oil
1 medium onion (diced)
1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp salt
1 ear corn (kernels cut from cob)
1 15 ounce can no salt added black beans (drained and rinsed)
1/4 cup water
2 ounces unsalted tortilla chips
3 cups iceberg lettuce (sliced thin)
1 large tomato (sliced into small wedges)
2 ounces reduced fat Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
2 Tbsp reduced fat sour cream

Steps:

  • Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the oil. Add the diced onion. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onions begin to soften. Add the green bell pepper, chili powder, cumin and salt. Cook for about 3 minutes until the peppers begin to soften. Add the corn and cook for about 3 minutes. Add the black beans and the water and continue cooking for about 7 - 10 minutes over medium heat until the water is almost evaporated. Remove from the heat, let cool and then refrigerate. While the corn and black bean mixture is cooling slice the lettuce and the tomatoes. Shred the cheese. When ready to assemble place the broken taco shells in the bottom of a large bowl. Top with the lettuce and then the corn and black bean mixture. Arrange the tomato wedges around the edges. Top with the shredded cheese, then spoon the sour cream on top and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose Fresh Ingredients: Use the freshest ingredients available, including ripe tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and tender beans. Fresh produce will result in a more flavorful and vibrant salad.
  • Drain and Rinse Beans: Before adding the beans to the salad, be sure to drain and rinse them thoroughly to remove excess starch and salt.
  • Chop Ingredients Evenly: Chop all the ingredients into uniform pieces to ensure they cook evenly and blend well together in the salad.
  • Use a Variety of Textures: Incorporate ingredients with different textures, such as crunchy tortilla chips, creamy avocado, or tender corn, to add depth and interest to the salad.
  • Balance Flavors: Aim for a balance of flavors in the dressing, with a combination of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy elements. Adjust the proportions of ingredients to suit your taste preferences.
  • Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and develop. This will also help keep the salad crisp and refreshing.

Conclusion:

Taco bean salad is a versatile and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. With its combination of fresh vegetables, tender beans, and a tangy dressing, this salad is a perfect choice for a healthy and satisfying meal. By following these tips, you can create a delicious and satisfying taco bean salad that will be a hit at your next gathering. Experiment with different ingredients and flavors to find your perfect combination and enjoy this delicious and nutritious salad all year round.

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