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Taco Salad

Cultural Context

Taco salad is a popular dish in the United States, often served at casual gatherings and parties. It combines elements of traditional Mexican cuisine with American flavors, making it a versatile and appealing option for many. The dish allows for customization based on personal preferences and dietary restrictions, contributing to its widespread popularity.

Mexican-AmericanUSmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cloves garlic
1/2 onion
1 jalapeno or serrano pepper
1/2 cup cilantro leaves
2 (14 ounce) cans fire roasted tomatoes
1 (4 ounce) can green chilis
1/2 lime
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
pinch of cayenne pepper
1 pound ground beef
1 large head Romaine lettuce
1 cup grape tomatoes
1/4 cup diced red onion
1 avocado
sour cream
fresh salsa
corn or cassava flour tortilla chips

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt is higher in protein and lower in fat.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese has fewer calories, while processed cheese can be more affordable.

1

Make homemade salsa by blending garlic, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, canned tomatoes, green chilis, lime juice, and salt in a food processor.

2

Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning if needed.

3

Prepare homemade taco seasoning by mixing chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

4

Brown 1 pound of ground beef in a pan on medium high heat, breaking it up with a spatula.

5

When the beef is about 80% cooked, add 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning and mix until fully cooked.

6

Roughly chop a large head of Romaine lettuce and set aside.

7

Slice grape tomatoes in half or quarters and set aside.

8

Dice a quarter cup of red onion and set aside.

9

Dice 1 avocado and set aside.

10

Assemble the taco salad by adding Romaine lettuce to a bowl, topping with tomatoes, black beans, warm taco meat, cheese, red onion, avocado, fresh salsa, a dollop of sour cream, and cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

cookingchoppinglayering

Equipment Needed

food processorpanbowlspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Taco BowlMexican Salad

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