Best 8 Taco Salad Iii Recipes

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Taco salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover taco meat, and it can also be made with fresh, grilled chicken or steak. The salad is typically made with a base of lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream, but it can also include other ingredients such as beans, corn, onions, and bell peppers. There are endless possibilities when it comes to creating a taco salad, so everyone can find a combination that they enjoy. This recipe article provides three different versions of taco salad, each with its own unique flavor and texture. The first recipe is a classic taco salad, made with ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning. The second recipe is a grilled chicken taco salad, made with grilled chicken breast, romaine lettuce, black beans, corn, red onion, and a creamy cilantro dressing. The third recipe is a steak taco salad, made with grilled steak, mixed greens, avocado, pico de gallo, and a chipotle ranch dressing. All three recipes are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a more elaborate dish for a party, these taco salad recipes have you covered.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TACO SALAD III



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This taco salad contains traditional ingredients such as lettuce, tomatoes, beans, ground beef and corn chips. Serve this salad on a hot summer day.

Provided by Melanie

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

16 ounces lean ground beef
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 red onion, sliced
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 avocados - peeled, pitted, and cubed
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (16 ounce) package corn chips
1 (16 ounce) bottle Catalina salad dressing

Steps:

  • Prepare the ground beef as directed by taco seasoning package and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the beef mixture, lettuce, red onion, green onion, pinto beans, kidney beans, tomatoes, avocado and cheese. Mix well.
  • Before serving, add the corn chips and enough dressing to coat. Mix well and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 945.3 calories, Carbohydrate 75.7 g, Cholesterol 72.3 mg, Fat 60.7 g, Fiber 11.9 g, Protein 27.3 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 1682 mg, Sugar 17.7 g

EASY TACO SALAD



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This salad goes over well at any social function. (Teenagers just love it!) I usually double the recipe because it disappears so fast.-Faye Shaw, Medicine Hat, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1 package (1-1/4 ounces) taco seasoning
1 medium head lettuce, shredded
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cup bottled Catalina dressing
4 to 5 cups corn chips, crushed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown ground beef; drain well. Stir in taco seasoning. Combine beef, lettuce, tomatoes, dressing, corn chips and cheese in a large serving bowl; toss well to mix. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

QUICK TACO SALAD



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This is a simple make-your-own taco salad. Both my kids, ages six and two, LOVE this! I have made this both with two boneless chicken breasts and beef. Both are a great hit and so easy. I have also used this for Super Bowl party... they LOVED it!

Provided by Amy Tapscott Harvel

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds ground beef chuck
2 envelopes taco seasoning mix
1 ½ cups water
1 onion, chopped
2 cups green leaf lettuce, shredded
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups shredded Cheddar/Monterey Jack cheese blend
½ cup chopped black olives
2 cups salsa
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1 cup sour cream
1 (10.5 ounce) bag corn chips (such as Fritos®)

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until crumbly and no longer pink, about 10 minutes; drain excess grease. Mix in taco seasoning mix and water. Bring the beef mixture to a boil and cook until thickened, about 10 more minutes. Transfer beef to a serving bowl.
  • Place chopped onion, lettuce, cherry tomatoes, Cheddar cheese, black olives, salsa, jalapeno peppers, sour cream, and corn chips in individual serving bowls. Allow diners to assemble their own salads from the ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 637.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 100.8 mg, Fat 40.5 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 1611.1 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

EASY GROUND BEEF TACO SALAD



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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.

MEATLESS TACO SALAD



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This colorful entree combines popular taco ingredients-minus the ground beef. And you won't miss the meat at all! I top each serving with a creamy guacamole dressing, crunchy corn chips and cheese. -Kimberly Dray, Pflugerville, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup guacamole
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon prepared Italian salad dressing
1 tablespoon chopped green onions
2 tablespoons chopped green pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
3 cups shredded lettuce
8 cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1/2 cup crushed corn chips
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, tomatoes, beans and olives. Arrange lettuce mixture on 2 serving plates; top with guacamole mixture. Sprinkle with corn chips and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Fat 33g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 849mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

TACO SALAD I



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Put a twist on the conventional taco salad with this quick and easy recipe for a delicious salad meal. And it's fun for the children to help make.

Provided by Denise Williamson

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (16 ounce) can chili beans
1 (16 ounce) bottle French dressing
1 head iceberg lettuce
1 (14.5 ounce) package tortilla chips
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped tomatoes
4 tablespoons sour cream
½ cup prepared salsa

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and drain excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning, chili beans and French-style dressing. Fill the dressing bottle 2/3 full of water and add to the skillet. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Crush the bag of chips, open the bag, and toss the broken chips into a large bowl with the lettuce, cheese and tomatoes. When the meat mixture is done, combine it with the lettuce, tomatoes, chips and mix well. Then, add salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 846.4 calories, Carbohydrate 59.6 g, Cholesterol 70.2 mg, Fat 56.5 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.4 g, Sodium 1579.6 mg, Sugar 14.2 g

SUE'S TACO SALAD



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This is a great dish for pot-lucks. It's easy, and can be made in advance. Add dressing just before serving.

Provided by SUE CASE

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
½ (14.5 ounce) package nacho-flavor tortilla chips
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
½ (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
½ cup ranch-style salad dressing
1 chopped tomato
1 cup chopped lettuce
¼ cup chopped green onion

Steps:

  • Place ground beef in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring to crumble until well done; drain. Stir in taco seasoning mix. Set aside to cool.
  • Place chips into a large bowl, and crush into bite-size pieces. Combine with seasoned meat, cheese, beans, tomatoes, lettuce, and green onions. Pour dressing over all, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 626.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 91.7 mg, Fat 41.5 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 15.1 g, Sodium 1125 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

TACO SALAD II



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This recipe is a favorite at all gatherings. It has been passed down in our family for three generations. There is one friend of the family who comes to our gatherings specifically for this dish. It is easy to make and oh so delicious.

Provided by Susan

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 13h55m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 head iceberg lettuce - rinsed, dried, and shredded
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
3 cups shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend
2 tomatoes, chopped
4 ounces crushed tortilla chips
¼ cup French dressing

Steps:

  • Place hamburger in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown and drain. Add taco seasoning mix and prepare as directed by package. Set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, onions, bell pepper, cheese, beef, tomatoes and tortilla chips. Add enough dressing to coat, mix well and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 85.3 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 25.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 858.5 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

Tips:

  • For a healthier version of taco salad, use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef. You can also use a reduced-fat sour cream and salsa.
  • To make a vegetarian taco salad, omit the beef and add extra beans, vegetables, and cheese.
  • If you are short on time, you can use pre-made taco seasoning and salsa. Just be sure to check the labels to make sure they are low in sodium.
  • To make a taco salad that is easy to transport, layer all of the ingredients in a large bowl or container. When you are ready to eat, just toss everything together.
  • Taco salad is a great way to use up leftover ingredients. If you have any leftover taco meat, beans, or vegetables, just add them to the salad.

Conclusion:

Taco salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it is also a good source of protein and fiber. Taco salad is a perfect meal for a party or potluck, and it is also a great way to use up leftover ingredients. With so many different ways to make it, there is sure to be a taco salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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