In this video, learn how to make a delicious taco salad that’s loaded with fresh veggies, savory ground meat, and crispy toppings. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or your next party, this recipe is sure to be a hit!
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About:
Taco Salad is a beloved Tex-Mex dish that combines spicy, tangy, and savory elements in a single delicious bowl. This salad features ground meat, perfectly seasoned with taco spices, and is topped off with your favorite greens and dressings like sour cream, salsa, or Pico de Gallo. It’s perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, or as a hit at your next Mexican-themed party.
Ingredients:
For Ground Meat:
1 lb ground meat (chicken, beef, or turkey)
2 tbsp taco seasoning
2 tbsp oil
¼ cup water
For Salad:
1 head romaine lettuce
1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes
1 avocado
1 cup Cooked Black Beans (canned, drained)
1 cup tortilla chips
â…“ cup Cooked Corn (canned, drained)
â…“ cup sliced olives
½ cup sour cream
½ cup salsa
½ medium red onion (diced)
½ cup cheddar cheese
1 small bunch cilantro leaves (chopped)
1 jalapeño pepper (sliced, optional)
Recipe Notes:
Use Fresh Ingredients: The secret to an outstanding taco salad is freshness. Use high-quality taco seasoning for your meat and select crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, creamy avocado, and sharp cheese. These fresh elements are crucial for a flavorful and satisfying salad.
Prep Ahead: To save time, chop your veggies and measure out your toppings in advance. This is especially helpful when preparing the salad for multiple people.
Cutting Safety: Be careful when slicing and pitting avocados, as they can be slippery. Keep your fingers away from the knife to prevent accidents.
Customize Your Toppings: Feel free to personalize your salad. For instance, swap black beans for northern white beans, try different cheeses, or replace traditional salsa and sour cream with other dressings like a light vinaigrette for a new flavor.
Dress Lightly: Apply dressing sparingly to prevent your taco salad from becoming soggy. Too much can overpower the fresh ingredients and make the salad watery.
Offer Dressing on the Side: Instead of dressing the salad beforehand, consider serving it on the side. This allows guests to add the amount they prefer and keeps the salad fresher for longer, especially if there are leftovers.
Salad Presentation and Serving: While the toppings in the serving bowl are displayed for visual appeal, adjust the actual amounts according to the number of servings and the ingredient list provided.
Chill the Plates: Before assembling the salad, chill your serving plates or bowls in the refrigerator. This small step helps keep the salad cool and crisp, especially if serving on a warm day.
Salad Presentation and Serving Quantity: The amount of toppings displayed in the serving bowl is primarily for visual presentation when assembling the salad. For the actual serving sizes, please refer to the quantities listed in the ingredient section.
What to expect?
0:00 Introduction
0:13 Cook Ground Meat
1:07 Prep Veggies
2:48 Assemble Salad
4:00 Final Output
4:05 Recipe Notes
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