Best 3 Taco Ranch Side Salad Recipes

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Looking for a side salad that is both refreshing and flavorful? Look no further than this taco ranch side salad! Made with a variety of fresh vegetables, including cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, and corn, this salad is packed with nutrients and flavor. The zesty taco ranch dressing adds the perfect finishing touch.

The first recipe in the article is for the taco ranch dressing. This dressing is made with mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, taco seasoning, and ranch seasoning. It is creamy, tangy, and flavorful, and it goes perfectly with the fresh vegetables in the salad.

The second recipe is for the taco ranch side salad. This salad is made with cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, corn, and black beans. The vegetables are tossed with the taco ranch dressing and served immediately. This salad is a great way to add some extra vegetables to your meal, and it is also a delicious and refreshing side dish.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

RANCH SALAD BOATS WITH BACON



Ranch Salad Boats with Bacon image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 salad boats

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 to 2 dashes hot sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
12 romaine lettuce heart leaves
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 radishes, thinly sliced
1 Persian cucumber, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: Combine the buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons each chives and dill, the lemon juice and hot sauce in a blender. Blend until very smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Cook the bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • To serve, arrange the lettuce leaves on a platter and top with the tomatoes, radishes, cucumber and bacon. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle most of the dressing over the salad and serve the remaining dressing on the side. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon each chives and dill.

COOL RANCH TACO SALAD



Cool Ranch Taco Salad image

This is a yummy taco salad with a really great ranch flavor. Perfect for a light summer dinner and easy to double or triple to use as a crowd pleaser at summer BBQ's!

Provided by CycloneMommy

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef
1 yellow onion, diced
2 large tomatoes, diced
8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese or 8 ounces shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 large head lettuce, torn
1 (13 ounce) bag cool ranch Doritos
1 (24 ounce) bottle ranch dressing
1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef with onion until cooked.
  • Add taco seasoning per directions on packet, let meat mixture cool.
  • Combine lettuce, tomato, and cheese in large mixing/salad bowl, refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Prior to serving, crush doritos and add to lettuce mixture.
  • Add meat mixture, stir.
  • Toss entire salad with ranch dressing until well blended, serve cold.

EASY GROUND BEEF TACO SALAD



Easy Ground Beef Taco Salad image

Every time I have to bring a dish to a party, friends ask for my taco salad. Even players on my son's football team ask for it. -Lori Buntrock, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning
3/4 cup water
1 medium head iceberg lettuce, torn (about 8 cups)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups broken nacho-flavored tortilla chips
1/4 cup Catalina salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 4-6 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly., In a large bowl, toss lettuce with cheese. Top with beef mixture and chips; drizzle with dressing and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calories, Fat 27g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 830mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

Tips:

  • For a healthier version of the dressing, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
  • Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as cilantro, parsley, or chives, to the salad for extra flavor.
  • If you don't have a taco seasoning packet, you can make your own by combining chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt.
  • To save time, you can use a store-bought rotisserie chicken instead of cooking your own.
  • If you're short on time, you can also use a bagged salad mix instead of chopping all the vegetables yourself.

Conclusion:

Taco ranch side salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken or taco meat, and it is also a healthy and satisfying meal. With its creamy dressing, crunchy vegetables, and flavorful taco seasoning, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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