Taco Salad

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About this recipe

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 Taco Salad recipe is a delicious and refreshing twist on the classic Mexican dish. Packed with vibrant flavors and textures, it combines seasoned ground beef, crispy lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and zesty salsa. Topped with a tangy dressing and crunchy tortilla chips, this salad is a complete meal in itself. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing potluck, it's a versatile and satisfying dish that will surely become a favorite.

Keywords: Taco salad, Mexican dish, ground beef, lettuce, avocado

Taco salad recipe details

Taco salad recipe, recipe Rating: 4.2
Number of votes:92

This great addition to any Mexican-themed dinner also makes a great lunch all on its own.
Ready in: 50 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 6

• 8 Large White flour Tortillas
• Enough oil to deep fry
• 1 lb Ground Beef
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp basil
• ½ tsp cayenne
• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 head Iceberg lettuce
• 1 cup shredded carrot
• 1 1/2 cup cubed tomatoes or 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup shredded Mozzarella
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar
• 1 cup shredded Jalapeño Monterey Jack

Preparation method

Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 30 mins

1. Take 2 Tortillas and place aside.
2. Take a small glass or the inside of a doughnut cutter the ‘hole’ part and punch a small hole in the middle of the tortillas (not the ones you put aside, you’ll need those) These help the oil draining.
3. Using 2 Metal Strainers, place 1 tortilla into strainer, shaping into a bowl, and place second strainer over top, closing them together to keep the tortilla from floating away. Deep fry until golden and flaky. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
4. Take remaining tortillas. Cut into strips of about 2 inches long, by ½ an inch. Deep fry, mixing constantly with a spoon. Remove taco croutons when Golden.
5. While Taco bowls are cooling, brown ground beef, adding spices. Drain.
6. Now while beef cools, shred both heads of lettuce, rinse in cold water, and let dry. Mix into large bowl with carrots and tomatoes.
7. Mix cheeses.
8. Fill taco bowls with salad mix. Top with taco croutons, cheese, then beef, and top with dressing of choice (ranch is good) Or make your own!