Sweet and Tangy Taco Salad

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In this blog post I will take you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's go.
This sweet and tangy taco salad recipe is a delightful twist on the classic Tex-Mex dish. Packed with flavor and freshness, it combines crispy lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and zesty taco-seasoned ground beef. The dressing, a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess, adds a burst of flavor that complements the ingredients beautifully. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or simply craving a satisfying meal, this recipe is sure to impress.

Keywords: taco salad, sweet and tangy, Tex-Mex, fresh, flavorful.

sweet and tangy taco salad recipe details

Sweet and tangy taco salad recipe, recipe Rating: 4.4
Number of votes:108

We take this easy-to-make taco salad to potlucks and NEVER have any left. Everybody is always asking for the recipe, so here it is!
Ready in: 20 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 8

• 1/2 to whole head of lettuce, chopped
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning
• 1 tomato, diced
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 1/2 (15 ounce) bottle Dorothy Lynch(R) salad dressing
• 1 (13 ounce) bag corn chips, slightly broken
• 1 (15 ounce) can chili beans in chili sauce
• Shredded cheese, to taste
• Sour cream, to taste
• Salsa, to taste

Preparation method

Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 10 mins

1. Brown ground beef in large skillet over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, about 10 minutes.
2. Drain grease and add the taco seasoning with 1/2 cup water. Add the can of chili beans. Stir and simmer until heated about 5 minutes.
3. In a large bowl layer the lettuce, chips, tomatoes and onions, then chips. Pour the meat & bean mixture over the chips.
4. Slowly pour the Dorothy Lynch dressing over the salad while mixing the ingredients in the bowl. Stir until mixed and the dressing coats all ingredients.
5. Serve immediately with shredded cheese, salsa and sour cream.