1980s Taco Salad: Like, Oh My God! Who Else had this Salad in the 1980s?

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Ground turkey reduces fat while canned beans are budget-friendly.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt lowers calories and adds protein.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese cuts calories without sacrificing flavor.

taco chips

🥗Healthier: baked tortilla chips

💰Cheaper: homemade tortilla chips

Baked chips are lower in fat, while homemade can save money.

Brown beef and onion, cook thoroughly.

Drain fat.

Add taco seasoning along with the water.

Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed.

Put all salad items in a very large bowl (except for the corn chips) and toss.

Mix beef in and then mix in corn chips.

Lastly, start adding dressing (I used 1/3 of the bottle to start) and keep mixing and add more dressing if needed until your desired dressing is used.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Allergens